Steny Hoyer: “I appreciate the gentleman's information, and I yield back the balance of my time. ____________________”

Just as federal officials should always exercise sound judgment, care for individual rights, and respect for our Constitution in any encounter, no matter what directives they receive from political appointees.

The Administration’s efforts are in clear violation of Congressional intent.

Congress must take action, drawing on the strong bipartisan support behind the sanctions law, to prevent a penny of American funds from being used to purchase Russian petroleum products, on which Putin relies to fund his war.

America must show the same resolve in our unwavering support.