[EQAndyBuzz]

“Russia has already told Z they will not attend.”

Trump should invite Zelensky and Putin with their wives to Mar a Lago for a weekend of golf, swimming and conversation amongst “friends”, to avoid the perception of a private citizen getting involved in world affairs.

Then he can tell them what the deal is. Before the weekend is out there will be a peace deal.

[desertsolitaire]

They would all attend, if invited, and a plan would be worked out, much to the fury of the forever war cheerleaders.

[Robert DeLong]

I believe that would be a clear violation of the Logan Act and the Democrats would without question jump all over that, even though it has pretty much been ignored.

The Logan Act is a United States federal law enacted on January 30, 1799, which criminalizes unauthorized negotiations by American citizens with foreign governments having a dispute with the United States. The law aims to prevent private citizens from undermining the government’s position in diplomatic matters.

Key Provisions

Prohibits unauthorized American citizens from corresponding with foreign governments or their officers/agents regarding disputes or controversies with the United States. Makes it a felony, punishable by fine or imprisonment up to three years, if an American citizen engages in such unauthorized interactions.

Notable Aspects

Despite its passage in 1799, the Logan Act has never been used to prosecute anyone, with only one indictment in the early 19th century, which was never pursued.

The law remains on the books, often discussed in political contexts, but its practical application has been limited.

Entities and Descriptions

United States Congress: Enacted the Logan Act in 1799 as “An Act for the punishment of certain Crimes therein specified.” Foreign Governments: Target of the Logan Act’s prohibition on unauthorized negotiations, including governments with disputes or controversies with the United States.