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GOP senator calls Putin 'an evil killer,' rejects 'humanitarian' label

Sen. Kevin Cramer criticized a Trump envoy's praise of Putin, emphasizing his negative view of the Russian leader.

Oct 22, 2026, 10:27 AM By the Genius Eye newsroom (Politics Reporter) · Fact-checkedHow we report

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Senator Kevin Cramer, a Republican from North Dakota, strongly opposed a description of Russian President Vladimir Putin as a 'humanitarian' made by Trump special envoy Steve Witkoff, according to The Hill.

Cramer described Putin instead as 'an evil killer,' expressing his disapproval of any positive characterization of the Russian leader.

He further stated that he would prefer to die in a Russian prison rather than have someone praise Putin as a humanitarian to secure his release.

The senator's remarks highlight a sharp disagreement within political circles regarding the perception of Putin's actions and character.

Sources

The Hill: GOP senator: Putin is ‘anything but a humanitarian’

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