Members of Tennessee’s congressional delegation swiftly and uniformly condemned Russian leader Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.
While speaking out against the acts of violence and violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty, many of the federal leaders called for a harsh response from President Joe Biden and other world leaders.
Congressman Mark Green (R-TN-07) has remained a staunch critic of Putin and his actions. Previously, he introduced legislation to sanction the country for its activity in the Donbas region of Ukraine. Furthermore, during a recent trip to Kyiv, he expressed united support for the country.
“Vladimir Putin’s end goal has been on display for some time now. Instead of swift, crippling sanctions, the Biden administration chose the wait-and-watch approach. In the midst of destabilizing Russian aggression, the time for action was months ago. We all witnessed Putin’s false-flag propaganda play out—just like U.S. intelligence officials predicted. This invasion has been anticipated for weeks,” said Congressman Green, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
“As the world witnesses this invasion, our prayers remain with our fellow Americans on the ground in Eastern Europe — including those from Fort Campbell — and with the brave people of Ukraine. Vladimir Putin has chosen devastation over democracy, and the free world will not forget it.”
In recent weeks, tensions between the two countries have continued to climb. Putin on Wednesday launched an invasion into the neighboring country, largely without reason.
In the legislative branch’s upper chamber, Senators Bill Hagerty and Marsha Blackburn expressed the gravity of the situation, with Blackburn calling the move “war crimes.”
Vladimir Putin is committing war crimes by killing innocent civilians.
— Sen. Marsha Blackburn (@MarshaBlackburn) February 24, 2022
“President Biden’s strategy to prevent Russia’s invasion has failed. He must now recognize the gravity and severity of this moment and do everything in his power to protect the safety and security of the American people,” Hagerty added in a tweet.
President Biden’s strategy to prevent Russia's invasion has failed. He must now recognize the gravity and severity of this moment and do everything in his power to protect the safety and security of the American people.
— Senator Bill Hagerty (@SenatorHagerty) February 24, 2022
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Cooper Moran is a reporter for The Tennessee Star and The Star News Network. Email tips to [email protected].
