The existence of other influences does not diminish the fact that Trump is enamored with Putin (and most "strong man" dictators generally, but Putin in particular) and it does impact his foreign policy decisions and those of his administration (Hegseth straight up canceled weapons shipments to Ukraine for 2 weeks in the aftermath of the Oval Office meeting thinking it would please the boss).

Let’s add to it that people are still hyping up Trump/Russia connection.

I think Hilary Clinton is a terrible human being, but props on her play there. Truly both sad and insanely effective.