James E. Risch: “We will work with you so that a free and democratic Ukraine that respects the will and rights of its people survives and…”

Vicki and I wish Idahoans and all Americans a safe and joyful Independence Day!

As we celebrate 250 years of Independence, we must remember the sacrifices made to secure it and recommit ourselves to the ideals that have defined our great nation for centuries: freedom, faith, hard work, equality, and the Rule of Law.

I agree with that, and one of the other ones we really needed to turn the screw on is on the Russians.

I think it is incumbent upon us as we go forward to do that, and I commit to you that we will continue to pursue that.