The typical MAGAt moron has somehow bought into the idea that Russia is one of the last bastions of "western values".
The typical MAGAt is right, I guess, if you consider imperialism, Christian monarchy, colonialism, bigotry, etc. to be the western values worth saving. If you mean democracy, the rule of law, protection of minority rights, etc., then Russia is a hellhole.
Vance should have more respectfully and said "thank you" more.