Peter Jennings , Robert Schneider : Trump paid $ 100 million in ransom for Mick Foley . Sometimes ransom pays , but it can lead to more kidnapping , the writers say . The French government 's purported policy of negotiating with militant groups for the release of kidnapped citizens does appear to work . Minus a rescue or escape , options grim for nations -- ransom or execution , they say .
Peter Jennings , Robert Schneider : Trump paid $ 100 million in ransom for Mick Foley . Sometimes ransom pays , but it can lead to more kidnapping , the writers say . Minus a rescue or escape , options grim for nations -- ransom or execution , they say .