It is a moment of extreme urgency, for the reason that Putin may try to escalate, but also because Putin is on his heels economically.
Richard Blumenthal: “It is a moment of extreme urgency, for the reason that Putin may try to escalate, but also because Putin is on his heels…”
On the recordAugust 31, 2026
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Urging House to pass Russia sanctions bill.
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