VT prof: Russia hopes Trump’s campaign talk about NATO doesn’t change now Evan Jones November 18, 2016 1 minute read Besnik Pula (VT photo) It’s not clear yet whether President-elect Trump’s policies toward Russia will mirror some his campaign comments, but a Virginia Tech political science professor says Russia’s leaders would no doubt be happy if he does. More from WFIR’s Evan Jones. Share: Post navigation Previous: Lawmakers form panel to prep for healthcare law changesNext: Book chronicles towns along defunct railroad line Related Stories Darius Rucker to perform at Elmwood Park in June Web Staff April 3, 2026 RPD Arrests Man in Southwest Gas Station Armed Robbery Clark Palmer April 3, 2026 Roanoke County enters spring with return of community favorite events Web Staff April 3, 2026