John McCain actually said...

"It's very clear that Vladimir Putin has decided that he will eliminate his opponents and anyone who stands up for democracy and freedom."

"I remain hopeful that the cause of truth and justice for the Russian people will be victorious."

"These patriots were fully aware of their risks. Indeed, hundreds of peaceful demonstrators were detained in a revealing sign of the insecurity of the Putin regime."

"Losing Boris Nemtsov was a tragic loss for Russia and the cause of human rights throughout the world."