Sep 27, 2026
Why does Donald Trump refuse to turn on Vladimir Putin? David Corn joins Steven Beschloss to examine Trump’s pursuit of Russian business deals, his admiration for authoritarian power, and what Corn believes drives their relationship.
Corn discusses the proposed Trump Tower Moscow project he says could have netted Trump roughly $400 million, Michael Cohen’s outreach to Putin’s office, and the limits of speculation about blackmail.
Then he turns to Trump’s welcome for Putin in Alaska—and what America received in return.
“He elevated and legitimized Putin and he got nothing.”
Corn’s conclusion: Trump’s attachment to Putin is about more than money. It is also about the kind of power Trump wants for himself.
WATCH THE FULL EPISODE: Find David Corn’s full interview with Steven Beschloss on Lincoln Square’s YouTube channel.
Alaska marked the lowest, most pathetic, and disgusting episode in our history. Trump is not only the worst president ever, but he is also the most evil, corrupt, and treasonous ever. The traitors of the GOP in Congress are colluders in this gangster’s criminal and treasonous behavior. They all belong in prison along with Trump.