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Mike Turner: “I oppose this amendment. Russia is murdering innocent civilians in Ukraine. Our support to Ukraine opposes Russia's…”

On the recordSeptember 10, 2025
I oppose this amendment. Russia is murdering innocent civilians in Ukraine. Our support to Ukraine opposes Russia's murderous aggression. Ukraine is fighting on the front lines against Russian aggression. Vladimir Putin is threatening NATO's eastern flank, including the Balkans. Russian drones have flown over Poland. It is unbelievable that, after Poland has been threatened, we are even debating this amendment today. It has been warned that U.S. disengagement in Ukraine would fracture NATO unity, undermine deterrence, and invite broader conflict in Europe. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to oppose this amendment.
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Mike Turner
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Opposing an amendment related to U.S. support for Ukraine during a discussion on NATO and Russian aggression.

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