Ukraine swears in TV star as new president

Ukrainian TV star Volodymyr Zelenskiy was sworn in as the new president and immediately dissolved parliament, which he has branded as a group only interested in self-enrichment.
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[@sleepyfaryna]

For some reason people don't mention that he has a law degree

[@sBabysKid-nk8eh]

sleepyfaryna I need a documentary on that HUGE OLD BOOK 🤯

[@common_c3nts]

@@Erich2142 That is because Trump is a failure as a businessman and his daddy paid his way through wharton.

[@common_c3nts]

@@Erich2142 He is worth only the money his daddy gave him to live off of. Trump is a waste of space. Trump is a loser. Trump is one of the worst businessmen of all time. Every business of his has failed. I am a Plant Manager who runs a factory that does $50 million a year.

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

Best wishes to Ukraine. From England. I hope for peace, health and prosperity for us all.

[@kayannhenry]

I was expecting someone else when she said Chris Brown

[@TheScrowlingFender7]

Kayann Henry I was expecting Christopher Maurice Brown.

[@chaserick9824]

So more successful at acting than Trudeau. And he has a law degree

[@trifulquita15]

Congratulation from Bolivia.

[@akumamakima2280]

Wasn't this on an episode of black mirror?

[@commentatorcommentator5281]

Ronald Reagan started the trend

[@sBabysKid-nk8eh]

I need a documentary on that HUGE OLD BOOK 🤯

[@Omgggitstim]

That's not the Chirs Brown I know lol

[@james3003]

The real Game of Thrones we've all been waiting for.

[@sBabysKid-nk8eh]

James don’t watch it🤷🏻‍♂️

[@robertbethune9224]

Chamberlain?

[@janakubin2547]

Congratulations

[@E4Mafioso]

0:40 who gets selfies like that

[@sideluck9172]

No more comedy from now on !

[@Hcloud65]

We elected a reality star I think Ukraine got the better deal

[@tripd4949]

Nah, our reality Star is the real deal. Trump 2020 baby.

[@Christynmaine]

A failed reality show star. He got fired. Ironic, isn't it.

[@tripd4949]

@@Christynmaine I don't care how he did on Television. He's doing an amazing job leading our Nation.

[@LEO-xo9cz]

@@tripd4949 Ron Paul or Tulsi Gabbard 2020

[@LEO-xo9cz]

@@tripd4949 We will be more impressed when he leaves Venezuela, Iran etc alone.

[@orgcoast5990]

I hope this man takes a tough stand re Putin and Russian land grabs. Also, its time the US/Europe provides more support for this very strategic country.

[@brendabest9086]

You think they would learn what happens after what the US voted in !! Politics at it's finest - WOW

[@tripd4949]

Ahh, the USA is now doing the best we've ever done. Trump has been the best thing to happen ever and I cannot wait until he wins re-election.

[@Blackhedelic_blues]

@@tripd4949 *Subtly makes threats against foreign nations*

[@Blackhedelic_blues]

@@tamething1 Ever heard of the Iran-contra affair?

[@E4Mafioso]

@@Blackhedelic_blues and? it's not like the US are in the wrong against china and the middle east.

[@tripd4949]

@@Blackhedelic_blues Good

[@saxytb]

Canada has been giving more than hundred million dollars of our hard earned money, annually, to Ukraine during Poroshenko. I wonder if our tax dollars continue to go to Ukraine after this.

[@kalikoka9455]

Sci Fi quantum reality. Good times. Qanon??

[@JaimeBurciaga]

Political marionette?

[@mrsw2923]

I hope this man does as well as our own has done. Now we can see if they handle it better than the dems did.

[@katwil89]

watchinghistoryhappen Yes, maybe he can run up the national debt, go around Congress to rule like a king, silence the press, install “acting” cabinet members to avoid confirmation and implement tariffs that substantially raise the price of everything and puts thousands out of work!! Why would you wish Trump on anyone else?

[@mrsw2923]

katwil89 sure. But I wasn’t talking about Obama.

[@mrsw2923]

Terry Jarnigan what if you are wrong? I would have tied the noose for you had he been found guilty. He wasn’t. So what are you willing to do if this was an attempted coup? If a few people at the top of both parties have decided to throw out an election for fear of being caught in their dishonest and often times illegal activities? If the dossier was a Russian Misinformation plant as has been suggested and is the most compelling argument considering all that has happened. Is your dedication to the left or to your fellow Americans ?

[@katwil89]

watchinghistoryhappen There was no Russian plant. The Russians we interfering in out election and our intelligence investigated. That is fact at this point and not debatable. I suggest you take your time and actually read the Mueller report. It does not exonerate Trump. Btw, Trump is still under 12 different investigations. It isn't over yet, not by a long shot.

[@GovernodoSenhor]

RevolutionforCanada

[@georgewashington8184]

Vikings

[@cp_200]

This guy finished Ukraine

[@colombianchebur]

Зеленский в трудной ситуации. Экономика и армия в деградации, стратегически далее возможно "отключение газовой трубы" и банкрот. Давление России на Украину сродни акуле вцепившейся в ногу и медленно пожирающей жертву. Европа, как обычно, вышлет соболезнования. Несмотря на миролюбивые заявления Зеленского, ситуация остаётся на грани большой войны. Путин заигрался в игрушечные республики и теперь не может сделать шаг назад, раздаёт на Донбассе фальшивые российские паспорта. Ищется удобный момент для аннексии следующего куска Украины. Очень привлекательна для русских Одесса: отсечь Украину от моря. Привлекательна территория севернее Крыма: обеспечить Крым водой из Днепра. Тень большой войны повисла над Восточной Европой. Улыбки и поднятые вверх руки не помогут. Со слабыми не разговаривают.

[@aceclop]

Good for him, we need more celebrities in politics.

[@Toekneepowers]

Will he be as great as Trump.

[@TattingChic]

Oh dear! 🤦🏻‍♀️ Those poor Ukrainians!

[@radiantrenee406]

They are so latr. America did that with Ronald Reagan. Bye Felicia

[@trifulquita15]

Selling weapons to Iran and buying drugs in Latin America? Oh... Ronny! I miss him so much 😭.

[@BradHolkesvig]

It won't be long before he's corrupted with money.

[@MancaveCentral1]

Putin... i have no plans to congratulate TWO clowns in my lifetime.

[@PhilipJackson03]

Donald Trump has set this international precedent. And I’m honestly shocked it’s spilt over to so many nations.

[@oceanblue22]

Except Trump is a businessman with 50+ years experience who is involved with over 500 companies, Developed a substantial net worth with real estate development in probably one of the most difficult markets. As a opposed to a Ukrainian entertainer. I wish Ukrainians well.

[@tripd4949]

I am so proud. Conservatism is re-taking the globe. This is an exciting time to be alive, TRUMP 2020!!!!!! End this degenerate Liberal ideology while we still can!

[@oceanblue22]

Trip D 👍🏻👍🏻

[@cl4re4d4ms]

Trump is nothing compared to Zelenskyy.

[@judaspriest5584]

"Yea, they've got a clown to run the show, break out the popcorn this should be good!"

[@dapao_art]

This clown have degree in economy, multimillion dollar corporation and 20+ years of experience analizing political situation in Ukraine... Oh yes - it will be good!

[@judaspriest5584]

@@dapao_artdoesn't mean you can run a country

[@garthewbank2679]

If USA jumps off a bridge, would Ukraine jump off a bridge.

[@matteopepe28]

That's what happens when you overthrow the Ukranian government and put in a puppet who served only the 1% and threatened war with Russia

[@fortniteawesomeparodies2706]

Thanks leftists, very cool.