On the recordMarch 23, 2015
The United States will not let Russia determine our strategy nor cooperate in efforts that run counter United States interests.
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congress.govThe United States will not let Russia determine our strategy nor cooperate in efforts that run counter United States interests.
Carter asserts U.S. independence in strategy regarding Russia.
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