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On the recordFebruary 13, 2018
It was for that reason that we passed the sanctions law, to make it clear to Russia that we will take action against them if they continue this type of conduct, if Mr. Putin continues it.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin explains the purpose of sanctions against Russia due to its aggressive actions.

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