[FreeReign]

It’s become apparent to me that Trump will NOT be soft on Putin.

[KOZ.]

Seems that way. There is no reason to be soft on Putin.

He’s a terrorist and a thug.

America First, but take no crap from Putin.

[Cobra64]

Carrot / Stick

[trebb]

It’s become apparent to me that Trump will NOT be soft on Putin.

I never believed he would be soft - he's trying to encourage Putin to straighten up but won't be taken in by him. Of the two, I'd wager Trump is the better judge of an adversary.