John McCain Calls Australian Ambassador To Clean Up Trump’s Mess
Senator John McCain announced on Thursday that he spoke with the Australian ambassador in what looks to be an attempt to repair the potential damage that was done during Trump’s disastrous phone call over the weekend with Austrailian Prime Minister. McCain said he expressed support for the nations’ relationship after a heated call from President Trump.
“I called Australia’s Ambassador to the United States this morning to express my unwavering support for the U.S.-Australia alliance,” McCain, who’s frequently criticized Trump, said in a statement.
McCain said he asked the ambassador to “convey to the people of Australia” that Americans value their alliance, “honor the sacrifice of the Australians who have served and are serving by our side, and remain committed to the safer, freer, and better world that Australia does far more than its fair share to protect and promote.”
McCain on Thursday amblified the importance of the relationship between the U.S. and Austrailia in his statement by noting that the two countries have fought in conflicts together dating back to World War I.
McCain added that the countries’ alliance is “more important than ever,” pointing to their work in the Asia-Pacific region and combating terrorism.
“In short, Australia is one of America’s oldest friends and staunchest allies. We are united by ties of family and friendship, mutual interests and common values, and shared sacrifice in wartime,” he said.
