Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's request for up to 50 years of U.S. security guarantees after his meeting Sunday with President Donald Trump prompted renewed scrutiny about how such extended commitments align with constitutional authority, national sovereignty, and historical precedent in American foreign policy.
According to reports, Zelenskyy said the request exceeds the 15-year guarantee framework currently envisioned in a proposed peace plan, arguing that longer assurances would deter future Russian aggression and provide lasting stability for Ukraine.
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Jerry McGlothlin is a writer, media consultant, and CEO of Special Guests Publicity, a firm specializing in booking guests on major media platforms. With decades of experience in communications, he focuses on exploring political and societal issues from a conservative perspective.