Steny Hoyer: “This amendment would embolden the enemies of peace, those pursuing the complete elimination of Israel and those who seek…”

The decision by President Trump to exempt Russia from energy sanctions is a betrayal of the bipartisan will of Congress - and of the American people - and a betrayal of his own action to impose tough sanctions on Russia just a month ago.

This shameful act must be reversed, and I call on SpaceX to ensure that Ukrainian forces have their full connection restored.

The people of Ukraine have had to endure twelve years of Russian military aggression, occupation, full-scale invasion, the kidnapping of its children into Russia, and air attacks against their cities.

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