President Donald Trump has suggested that Ukraine should hold elections, arguing that the country’s leadership should be determined by its people rather than remain under martial law indefinitely. His comments came as his delegation continued discussions with Russian officials on potential peace negotiations.
Speaking from Mar-a-Lago, Trump noted that Ukraine had not held elections as scheduled and questioned whether the lack of a vote was in the country’s best interest. “We have a situation where we haven’t had elections in Ukraine, where we have martial law, essentially martial law in Ukraine,” he said.
Uh oh… 👀
President Trump believes Ukraine should hold a New Presidential Election Before Signing a Peace Deal with Russia
• The last time Ukraine held a presidential election was on March 31, 2019, with a runoff on April 21, 2019.
• Ukraine is currently under martial law.… pic.twitter.com/HolVQ02jDq
— Bluegrasspatriot (@kylawndog) February 19, 2025
His remarks followed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s complaints about being excluded from recent peace discussions. Trump responded by suggesting that before Ukraine seeks a role in negotiations, its leadership should be chosen through an election.
Why is scared of an election then?
Why is Zelensky banning any other political parties?Definitely siding with Trump on this.
US has 300,000+ Ukraine refugees that have to go back soon.
— Sophie Barclay (@graphictx) February 19, 2025
Trump also criticized Zelensky’s leadership, claiming his approval rating had dropped to 4%. Polls, however, place Zelensky’s support above 50%. Trump questioned why an election had not yet been held, arguing that it was a reasonable expectation from multiple countries.
WTF cares??
Trump is trying to make peace and Zilinsky is an unelected dictator.
When Ukraine holds an actual election and allows the people of Ukraine to decide what they want to do in their country, then we’ll have a serious conversation.
— Mountain Mama (@MountainMama400) February 19, 2025
Additionally, Trump questioned the handling of US aid sent to Ukraine, raising concerns about transparency. “Where is all the money that’s been given? Where is it going?” he asked, suggesting that there had been little accountability for the billions sent to support Ukraine’s war effort.
How come Ukraine hasn’t had an election in over 8 years??
Because Zelenskyy will not allow them to have an election!
Sounds like democracy to me!
His theory is he’s at war! So no time for elections!
I guess if we’re at war, Trump stays President till it’s over? 😂
— Jason Taylor (@jasontoddtaylor) February 19, 2025
Ukraine was originally scheduled to hold a presidential election in April 2024, but it was postponed due to the ongoing war. Zelensky has previously defended the decision, stating that a vote would create political divisions at a time when national unity is crucial.
