On the recordApril 17, 2018
I have to say after the President personally overrode his own administration's plan to sanction Russia for its support of Assad, I think this bill is needed now more than ever.
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congress.govI have to say after the President personally overrode his own administration's plan to sanction Russia for its support of Assad, I think this bill is needed now more than ever.
Engel highlights the necessity of sanctions against Russia for supporting Assad.
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