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Kelly draws parallels from her law school negotiation classes, emphasizing that the number-one rule of successful dealmaking is the willingness to walk away. She highlights how Trump embodies this principle, making him a more powerful negotiator. Her recounting of her own struggles with walking away from deals underscores how crucial this mindset is.
In the context of Ukraine, Kelly suggests Trump’s stance reflects a broader perspective: the U.S. and Europe bear more responsibility for the conflict’s outcome than Ukraine itself. His readiness to threaten secondary sanctions and ramp up economic pressure underlines his belief in exhausting all other options before accepting unfavorable terms.