Joseph Biden actually said...

"This crisis is a stark reminder, to protect our economy over the long term, we need to become energy independent."

"Today, I`m announcing the United States is targeting the main artery of Russia`s economy. We`re banning all imports of Russian oil and gas and energy. That means Russian oil will no longer be acceptab..."

"We have imposed severe sanctions on Russian financial institutions, oligarchs, and political leaders--including President Putin and his cronies."

"Our immediate focus has been to provide Ukraine the help it needs to defend its sovereignty, protect its democratic government, and support Ukrainians seeking aid and refuge."