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John Cornyn: The high price of oil that Putin is reaping today is being used to fund this horrific invasion in Ukraine.

On the recordMarch 9, 2022
The high price of oil that Putin is reaping today is being used to fund this horrific invasion in Ukraine.
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas

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Highlighting the financial support for Russia's actions in Ukraine from oil profits.

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