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 2 minutes read Virginia’s Democratic U.S. Senators criticize capture of Maduro Gene Marrano January 3, 2026 0 1 minute read Rep. Cline issues statement of support for capture of Maduro Gene Marrano January 3, 2026 0 2 minutes read U.S. Forces Capture Venezuelan President Maduro in Caracas Strike Ian Price January 3, 2026 0