During an appearance on ABC News’s "This Week" on Sunday, Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) expressed strong opposition to the United States entering into agreements with the Russian government. When asked by host Jonathan Karl about recent comments made by U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff regarding Vladimir Putin, Hinson took a firm stance against diplomatic negotiations with the Russian president.

Hinson, who is currently running for the Senate, emphasized her support for Ukraine and argued that the U.S. should not pursue deals with Putin, whom she explicitly labeled a "murderer." Her comments reflect a broader debate within U.S. political circles regarding how the government should handle the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and whether diplomatic engagement with Moscow remains a viable or moral path forward.

The discussion was prompted by remarks from Steve Witkoff, though the specific context of his comments was not fully detailed in the report. Hinson’s rhetoric aligns with a segment of the Republican party that advocates for a hardline approach toward Russia, prioritizing the isolation of the Russian leadership over potential diplomatic concessions. The interview highlights the ongoing tension between those who believe in maintaining communication channels with adversaries and those who argue that such engagement legitimizes the actions of leaders like Putin.