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Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Joining John McCain in Maidan Square in Kiev in 2014 paying honor to Ukrainians who died fighting for freedom. Today the battle continues." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "While the Ukrainian people put up an historically brave fight in defense of their homeland, the United States should designate Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status. Proud to lead this effort with @SenatorMenendez and @senrobportman ." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "One week ago I was in Munich for Ukrainian President Zelensky's plea to the world for help to stop Putin. Today Zelensky is fighting for his nation and his life." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Watching average Ukrainians step forward to take a rifle and defend their nation from Putin reminds me that courage can often be found when ordinary people rise to a challenge." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Our gratitude to Poland for opening their borders to at least 100,000 Ukrainians fleeing the deadly military machine of the Moscow Madman." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Every moment the brave Ukrainians hold Putin's murderous invasion back is a miracle." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "At my meeting with Ukrainians earlier this week in Chicago, a woman in tears begged me to do all we can to stop Putin. She said tomorrow it will be Poland and Lithuania." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Spoke with Lithuanian Foreign Minister @GLandsbergis during my recent trip to the region. My message was clear: the United States stands firmly alongside our NATO allies in Eastern Europe as they face down the barrel of Russian aggression." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Had the chance to meet with brave U.S. and NATO troops at the Pabradė military base in Lithuania a few days ago. Amid the largest land war in Europe since WWII, these brave servicemembers are there to protect members of the NATO alliance." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Today I met with community members at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Chicago following my return from the Munich Security Conference, Poland, and Lithuania to discuss Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Our hearts and prayers are with the people of Ukraine." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Putin is afraid of a democratic Ukraine, competing in a free election, and of his own people. Not surprising as it's always just about his petty sense of aggrievedness." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 LaHood Condemns Putin's Attacks on Ukraine Rep. Darin LaHood
Feb. 24, 2022 Casten Condemns Unprovoked Russian Military Invasion, Calls for Crippling Sanctions and International Support for Ukraine Rep. Sean Casten
Feb. 24, 2022 Rep. Miller Statement on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Rep. Mary Miller
Feb. 24, 2022 Congressman Krishnamoorthi On Russia's Unjustified And Unprovoked Invasion Of Ukraine Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "My visit to Poland and Lithuania this week reminded me that America is looked to as the only nation that can lead an allied effort to stop Putin. Our resolve and unity are essential to stopping the killing in Ukraine from spreading." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Foster Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Rep. Bill Foster
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Putin's invasion of Ukraine puts our nation to the test. Can we put aside our political differences and unite against this atrocity?" Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Just got back from Eastern Europe. What I saw there was a reminder of the important role the U.S. and NATO must play in stopping Putin's ever-escalating aggression and ambition. We must stand strong alongside our allies during this difficult time--it is our only hope." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Schneider Statement on Russian War in Ukraine and New Sanctions Rep. Brad Schneider
Feb. 24, 2022 Bost Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Rep. Mike Bost
Feb. 24, 2022 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Warns Russia Against Targeted Killings And War Crimes In Ukraine, Urges Biden Administration To Help Ensure Safety Of President Zelenskyy, Other Officials, And Ukrainian Civilians Rep. Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Quigley, Equality Caucus Urge Secretary Blinken to Protect LGBTQ+ Rights In Ukraine Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "This week, I had lunch w/ soldiers from Kankakee, Montgomery, & Latham, IL. They are in Lithuania training their soldiers in a NATO exercise. Now, they will awaken to the most dangerous land war in Europe since WWII. We need to stand together for them & thousands more like them." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "America must be united with our transatlantic allies against Putin and his attack on the innocent people of Ukraine. President Biden has been clear: we will hold Russia accountable." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Putin is launching the most significant land war in Europe since World War II. We need to pull together with the civilized world to decry his savagery and defend our allies in NATO." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Congressional Ukraine Caucus Statement on Russia's Attack on Ukraine Rep. Mike Quigley, ...
Feb. 24, 2022 Duckworth Reaction to Russia's Escalating Invasion on Ukraine Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 23, 2022 Durbin Statement On Russian Invasion Of Ukraine Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Quigley Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Rep. Mike Quigley
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "I'm leaving the quiet streets of Vilnius this morning for IL. Last night a dinner w/ Dr. Landsbergis reminded me of the courage of the Lithuanians 30 years ago in standing up to the brutality of Moscow. Today our generation faces the same test w/ Putin's deadly attack on Ukraine." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Reps. McClain, Wilson, Rogers and Banks Introduce Bill to Sanction Senior Leaders of the CCP Rep. Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Most people would be hard pressed to say where Belarus is located, but it is next to Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine. They have a dictator named Lukashenko and 30k Russian troops in residence. We are watching them closely." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Donald Trump's words of praise for how "savvy" Putin is reminds us why the former President's foreign policy record was such a disaster." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "For the past few days, I have been traveling across Poland and Lithuania to discuss and reinforce U.S. support for our Baltic and NATO allies. My message has been clear: you are not alone in this fight for freedom and democracy. You have friends in the United States." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "For more than twenty years, the Illinois National Guard has partnered with the Polish military to build the strength of both forces. In this time of Putin's threats, the Polish President was quick to tell me how much his people appreciated the Illinois Guard." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Let me be clear: Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine's sovereign land is a dire threat to the established international order and must be resolutely deterred." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Let me be clear: Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine's sovereign land is a dire threat to the established international order and must be resolutely deterred." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Rep. Kelly Releases Statement on President Biden's Announcement of Sanctions Against Russia Rep. Robin Kelly
Feb. 23, 2022 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, Murphy Leads Senate Colleagues in Urging Biden Administration Against Re-Designation of Houthi Movement in Yemen as a Foreign Terrorist Organization Sen. Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Urging POTUS to Seek Congressional Approval for Military Involvement in Russia-Ukraine Conflict Rep. Chuy Garcia, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 LaHood Statement on Developments in Ukraine Rep. Darin LaHood
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "Whether Putin is driven by megalomaniacal delusions of restoring the Soviet Union or is seeking to create chaos and sow dissension among Ukraine and NATO allies is unclear. His outrageous moves in the last 24 hours in Ukraine warrant severe sanctions on him and his entire circle." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 22, 2022 Duckworth: Putin's Ukraine Invasion Threatening Innocent Lives & Global Stability Sen. Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "The courage of Eastern European people to remain free and democratic in the face of Russian aggression is remarkable. The rest of the free world must match their resolve as Putin continues to ramp up his attacks on Ukraine." Sen. Dick Durbin
Feb. 22, 2022 Schneider Statement on Putin's Illegal Escalation in Ukraine Rep. Brad Schneider
Feb. 22, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Pledge for a Replenishment in the Global Fund Rep. Danny Davis, ...
Feb. 21, 2022 Congressional Ukraine Caucus Statement on Russia's Imminent Invasion of Ukrainian Territory Rep. Mike Quigley
Feb. 21, 2022 LaHood Cosponsors Bill to Sanction Russia for Aggression Towards Ukraine Rep. Darin LaHood
Feb. 21, 2022 Durbin In Poland, Lithuania To Discuss Russian Aggression, Support For Baltic States & NATO Sen. Dick Durbin
Date Title Politician
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "Joining John McCain in Maidan Square in Kiev in 2014 paying honor to Ukrainians who died fighting for freedom. Today the battle continues." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 28, 2022 Tweet - "While the Ukrainian people put up an historically brave fight in defense of their homeland, the United States should designate Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status. Proud to lead this effort with @SenatorMenendez and @senrobportman ." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "One week ago I was in Munich for Ukrainian President Zelensky's plea to the world for help to stop Putin. Today Zelensky is fighting for his nation and his life." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Watching average Ukrainians step forward to take a rifle and defend their nation from Putin reminds me that courage can often be found when ordinary people rise to a challenge." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Our gratitude to Poland for opening their borders to at least 100,000 Ukrainians fleeing the deadly military machine of the Moscow Madman." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "Every moment the brave Ukrainians hold Putin's murderous invasion back is a miracle." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 27, 2022 Tweet - "At my meeting with Ukrainians earlier this week in Chicago, a woman in tears begged me to do all we can to stop Putin. She said tomorrow it will be Poland and Lithuania." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 26, 2022 Tweet - "Spoke with Lithuanian Foreign Minister @GLandsbergis during my recent trip to the region. My message was clear: the United States stands firmly alongside our NATO allies in Eastern Europe as they face down the barrel of Russian aggression." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Had the chance to meet with brave U.S. and NATO troops at the Pabradė military base in Lithuania a few days ago. Amid the largest land war in Europe since WWII, these brave servicemembers are there to protect members of the NATO alliance." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Today I met with community members at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Chicago following my return from the Munich Security Conference, Poland, and Lithuania to discuss Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Our hearts and prayers are with the people of Ukraine." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 25, 2022 Tweet - "Putin is afraid of a democratic Ukraine, competing in a free election, and of his own people. Not surprising as it's always just about his petty sense of aggrievedness." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 LaHood Condemns Putin's Attacks on Ukraine Rep.Darin LaHood
Feb. 24, 2022 Casten Condemns Unprovoked Russian Military Invasion, Calls for Crippling Sanctions and International Support for Ukraine Rep.Sean Casten
Feb. 24, 2022 Rep. Miller Statement on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Rep.Mary Miller
Feb. 24, 2022 Congressman Krishnamoorthi On Russia's Unjustified And Unprovoked Invasion Of Ukraine Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "My visit to Poland and Lithuania this week reminded me that America is looked to as the only nation that can lead an allied effort to stop Putin. Our resolve and unity are essential to stopping the killing in Ukraine from spreading." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Foster Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Rep.Bill Foster
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Putin's invasion of Ukraine puts our nation to the test. Can we put aside our political differences and unite against this atrocity?" Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Just got back from Eastern Europe. What I saw there was a reminder of the important role the U.S. and NATO must play in stopping Putin's ever-escalating aggression and ambition. We must stand strong alongside our allies during this difficult time--it is our only hope." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Schneider Statement on Russian War in Ukraine and New Sanctions Rep.Brad Schneider
Feb. 24, 2022 Bost Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Rep.Mike Bost
Feb. 24, 2022 Congressman Krishnamoorthi Warns Russia Against Targeted Killings And War Crimes In Ukraine, Urges Biden Administration To Help Ensure Safety Of President Zelenskyy, Other Officials, And Ukrainian Civilians Rep.Subramanian Krishnamoorthi
Feb. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State - Quigley, Equality Caucus Urge Secretary Blinken to Protect LGBTQ+ Rights In Ukraine Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "This week, I had lunch w/ soldiers from Kankakee, Montgomery, & Latham, IL. They are in Lithuania training their soldiers in a NATO exercise. Now, they will awaken to the most dangerous land war in Europe since WWII. We need to stand together for them & thousands more like them." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "America must be united with our transatlantic allies against Putin and his attack on the innocent people of Ukraine. President Biden has been clear: we will hold Russia accountable." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Tweet - "Putin is launching the most significant land war in Europe since World War II. We need to pull together with the civilized world to decry his savagery and defend our allies in NATO." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 24, 2022 Congressional Ukraine Caucus Statement on Russia's Attack on Ukraine Rep.Mike Quigley, ...
Feb. 24, 2022 Duckworth Reaction to Russia's Escalating Invasion on Ukraine Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 23, 2022 Durbin Statement On Russian Invasion Of Ukraine Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Quigley Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine Rep.Mike Quigley
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "I'm leaving the quiet streets of Vilnius this morning for IL. Last night a dinner w/ Dr. Landsbergis reminded me of the courage of the Lithuanians 30 years ago in standing up to the brutality of Moscow. Today our generation faces the same test w/ Putin's deadly attack on Ukraine." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Reps. McClain, Wilson, Rogers and Banks Introduce Bill to Sanction Senior Leaders of the CCP Rep.Mary Miller, ...
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Most people would be hard pressed to say where Belarus is located, but it is next to Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine. They have a dictator named Lukashenko and 30k Russian troops in residence. We are watching them closely." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Donald Trump's words of praise for how "savvy" Putin is reminds us why the former President's foreign policy record was such a disaster." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "For the past few days, I have been traveling across Poland and Lithuania to discuss and reinforce U.S. support for our Baltic and NATO allies. My message has been clear: you are not alone in this fight for freedom and democracy. You have friends in the United States." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "For more than twenty years, the Illinois National Guard has partnered with the Polish military to build the strength of both forces. In this time of Putin's threats, the Polish President was quick to tell me how much his people appreciated the Illinois Guard." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Let me be clear: Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine's sovereign land is a dire threat to the established international order and must be resolutely deterred." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Tweet - "Let me be clear: Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine's sovereign land is a dire threat to the established international order and must be resolutely deterred." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 23, 2022 Rep. Kelly Releases Statement on President Biden's Announcement of Sanctions Against Russia Rep.Robin Kelly
Feb. 23, 2022 Letter to Hon. Antony Blinken, Secretary of State, Murphy Leads Senate Colleagues in Urging Biden Administration Against Re-Designation of Houthi Movement in Yemen as a Foreign Terrorist Organization Sen.Dick Durbin, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Urging POTUS to Seek Congressional Approval for Military Involvement in Russia-Ukraine Conflict Rep.Chuy Garcia, ...
Feb. 22, 2022 LaHood Statement on Developments in Ukraine Rep.Darin LaHood
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "Whether Putin is driven by megalomaniacal delusions of restoring the Soviet Union or is seeking to create chaos and sow dissension among Ukraine and NATO allies is unclear. His outrageous moves in the last 24 hours in Ukraine warrant severe sanctions on him and his entire circle." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 22, 2022 Duckworth: Putin's Ukraine Invasion Threatening Innocent Lives & Global Stability Sen.Ladda Duckworth
Feb. 22, 2022 Tweet - "The courage of Eastern European people to remain free and democratic in the face of Russian aggression is remarkable. The rest of the free world must match their resolve as Putin continues to ramp up his attacks on Ukraine." Sen.Dick Durbin
Feb. 22, 2022 Schneider Statement on Putin's Illegal Escalation in Ukraine Rep.Brad Schneider
Feb. 22, 2022 Letter to Joseph R. Biden, Jr., President of the United States - Pledge for a Replenishment in the Global Fund Rep.Danny Davis, ...
Feb. 21, 2022 Congressional Ukraine Caucus Statement on Russia's Imminent Invasion of Ukrainian Territory Rep.Mike Quigley
Feb. 21, 2022 LaHood Cosponsors Bill to Sanction Russia for Aggression Towards Ukraine Rep.Darin LaHood
Feb. 21, 2022 Durbin In Poland, Lithuania To Discuss Russian Aggression, Support For Baltic States & NATO Sen.Dick Durbin
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