Turner Pushes Hagel to Publicly Release Information on Movement of Russian Troops

Press Release

Today, Congressman Mike Turner, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces, requested senior members of the House Armed Services Committee call on the President of the United States to immediately release information on the movement of Russian troops along the Ukrainian border.

In light of the urgency of this situation, Congressman Turner has also sent a letter directly to Secretary Hagel, requesting direct and immediate action from the Department of Defense.

"Currently, the Administration is in possession of information critical for the United States and its allies to adequately combat Russian aggression; however, President Obama and Secretary Hagel have dangerously chosen to withhold this information from the people of the United States, the Ukrainian government, and the rest of the international community," said Turner.

"Putin has proven he will continue to pursue a hostile world view. We cannot keep game changing information under wraps at the expense of our vulnerable allies. We must cooperate with the Ukrainian government so they understand the severity of what they're facing and can make informed decisions based on full awareness of Russia's recent activity along their border. It is imperative that the United States provide this information to the government of Ukraine and the public immediately."

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