Well I don't have a twitter, and Nitter doesn't work anymore so hats off to you.
The screen caps were taken at the time in reference to clearing operations in Bucha cited in the previous post.
From what I can tell the guy looks to be a complete bullshitter -
James Vasquez, a former U.S. Army reservist and building contractor from Connecticut, gained attention in early 2022 for joining Ukrainian forces to combat Russian aggression. He documented his experiences on social media, sharing videos and updates that showcased his involvement in frontline activities. However, subsequent investigations revealed discrepancies in Vasquez's military background. While he had claimed to have served as a staff sergeant with deployments in Kuwait and Iraq, records indicated he was a private first class in the Army Reserve, primarily serving stateside without overseas deployments. Vasquez acknowledged these fabrications, stating, "I had to tell a million lies to get ahead. I didn’t realize it was going to come to this." In addition to misrepresenting his military service, Vasquez faced criticism for his actions in Ukraine. Fellow volunteers accused him of illegally carrying weapons and exaggerating his combat role, suggesting that his behavior endangered Ukrainian troops and undermined the credibility of volunteer networks supporting Ukraine. Despite these controversies, Vasquez continued his involvement with organizations like Ripley's Heroes, focusing on humanitarian efforts such as delivering winter clothing to Ukrainian civilians affected by the conflict. Vasquez's story underscores the complexities surrounding foreign volunteers in conflict zones, highlighting both the potential for genuine contributions and the challenges posed by misrepresentation.
https://dailycaller.com/2023/03/28/james-vasquez-ukraine-aid-kinzinger/?utm_source=chatgpt.comWith brevity, he seems to have toned down his rhetoric. anyway we can find better food on the net today (ill go look!)
in the meantime, the daily dose of reality -
This post was edited by ferdia on Mar 10 2025 12:59pm