Biden Rips Trump’s Ukraine Stance as Dangerous Appeasement
Here’s a bold move from Joe Biden: he’s doubling down on his criticism of Donald Trump, this time over Trump’s stance on the ongoing war in Ukraine. In his first big interview since leaving the White House, Biden didn’t pull any punches. He flat-out called Trump’s push for Ukraine to hand over territory to Russia “modern-day appeasement.” That’s not a random insult—Biden dug into the history books, comparing it to Neville Chamberlain’s 1930s attempt to stave off war by giving in to Adolf Hitler. Everyone knows how well that worked out.
Why is Biden so riled up? He’s convinced that Trump’s approach is making America look unreliable to its closest friends in Europe. According to Biden, NATO allies are “openly questioning American reliability” because of these policies. In today’s Europe—where Russia has already invaded Ukraine—those doubts mean a lot. Biden said the alliance with Europe is a source of real power, not a burden, and he believes Trump just doesn’t get it. For Biden, strong alliances are key to standing up to Russia; chipping away at that unity, he warns, only encourages more Russian aggression.
Biden Targets Trump’s Meeting with Zelenskyy and Peace Deal Proposal
The sharpest moment came when Biden laid into Trump’s February 28, 2025, meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The meeting was supposed to be a turning point, but Biden dismissed it as “beneath America.” That criticism packed extra punch because Vice President JD Vance showed up alongside Trump, adding more weight to the talks. Biden and others see Trump’s willingness to pressure Ukraine as a dangerous break with past U.S. policy. The proposed peace plan, which would basically let Russia keep seized Ukrainian territory, is causing alarm not just in Washington, but all across Europe as well.
Biden’s fears go beyond Ukraine’s borders. If the U.S. drops its support or seems soft on Russia, other countries—especially those closest to Russia—get nervous. For decades, NATO has been America’s tool for keeping Europe stable and Russia in check. Biden warned that the “modern-day appeasement” label isn’t just historical trivia; it’s a warning that history could repeat itself if the U.S. signals weakness now. He argued that partners need to trust America will show up and back them up when things get serious.
What happens next? That’s anyone’s guess. Biden is clearly betting that most Americans agree with him: that standing strong with allies is smarter than cutting deals that reward invasion. Trump, on the other hand, insists that ending the war quickly—even if it means giving up Ukrainian land—would serve American interests better. The split shows just how much is at stake, not just for Ukraine, but for how the U.S. sees its role in the world.