Russia Invasion 3.0

Good morning, today on The Meter we will cover Day 18 of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Reinforced Russians troops are reportedly less than 10 miles from Kiev, as Ukrainian refugees now number more than 2.6 million. Ukrainian officials are saying that Russian troops are indiscriminately targeting civilians, even going as far a blocking their escape routes to the West. The United States and other NATO countries are ramping up supplies for Ukraine that includes 24 high tech fighter jets. Could this lead to an escalation of the war? This week as gas prices hit all time highs, Joe Biden restated his no drill in America stance and reached out to Venezuela, Iran, and Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman refused to take Biden's call. Is this an indication of global American weakness? In domestic news, Jesse Smolette was sentenced to 150 days in jail after being convicted for a hate crime hoax that involved 2 Nigerian men he hired to fake an assault on him by Trump supporters. Is the light sentence proof of a double standard especially with the harsh jail terms handed to Trump supporters of the January 6th protest? Also, last night in South Carolina Donald Trump held a rally where he pointed out the misery of the Biden Administration. Tens of Thousands attended the event. Is this a precursor for Trump 2024? Please join the discussion at 10AM. The call-in number is 347-308-8933. Your input is essential!