Tom Tillis on Russia, Ukraine, Executive Power, and His New Book

In this Meet the Press interview, Senator Tom Tillis discusses President Trump’s Russia policy, the war in Ukraine, and his concerns about the administration’s actions. He also reflects on his vote to confirm Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and explains the themes of his new book.

■ Foreign policy and national security
- Russia sanctions, Russian oil imports, Ukraine, and the legal role of Congress
- Concerns about Russia’s ties to Iran and the proposed public broadcast of an execution
■ Congress and political accountability
- Tillis’s confirmation vote and his views on executive power and party loyalty
- The argument of his book and the political pressures facing lawmakers

For viewers following U.S. foreign policy, congressional oversight, or the debate over executive authority, the interview offers Tillis’s stated positions and reasoning. Consider reviewing the relevant legislation and comparing his claims with other accounts for additional context.