The record is a little bit untidy and the way forward is for this committee in the ratification process with the administration to make clear that we accept no limits on our missile defense capabilities
Emphasizes the need for clear missile defense policies and cooperation with Russia.
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Congress could condition funding to develop new missiles on receipt from the administration of a comprehensive military, economic, and diplomatic strategy to bring Russia back into compliance with the treaty.
The reasons for Russia's violation are unclear. But I believe the violation was likely due to a number of factors...
There is precedent for using patient diplomacy to resolve treaty violations.
The President has to want to get back into the discussions. At this point, there is not evidence that that is the case.
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