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One key figure in this circle was Tulsi Gabbard, who, as director of national intelligence, reportedly limited the inflow of Russian expertise and unfavorable intelligence reaching President Trump. Conversely, Steve Witoff, an inexperienced foreign policy figure, was entrusted with negotiations, often falling prey to Russian disinformation, which skewed U.S. policy.
The relationship between Trump and Putin saw moments of tension, notably a brief summit in which Putin seemed to outmaneuver Trump politically. Nonetheless, recent revelations suggest Trump has begun recognizing signs that he may have been misled or that his previous policies were insufficient, leading to renewed considerations of more aggressive tactics.