WASHINGTON D.C.- Members of Nebraska’s congressional delegation react to the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine tensions. Here are their statements:

Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb.- “Putin has been clear on his goals: reestablish the former Soviet Union. This was an invasion of a sovereign nation. Biden must show firm resolve, work with our allies, and immediately put in place strong sanctions.”

Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb. -"Russia is now a pariah state and should be shut out of diplomatic and economic relations with the free world. Further, NATO and our Allies in the Far East must take the threat seriously, and significantly strengthen their defense capabilities. We have entered a new Cold War that could easily escalate if we do not take the Russian bully seriously. I call on President Biden and the United States to lead the immediate implementation of harsh economic sanctions on the Russian Federation, Mr. Putin, and his associates, and the Nordstream 2 gas pipeline.”

Rep. Jeff Fortenberry, R-Neb.- “Here are some answers that can make a difference: 1. Immediate return to American energy independence; 2. Europe ends its dependence on Russian natural gas; 3. Europe reestablishes its will to properly burden share with NATO; 4. Arms for, and support of reform within, Ukraine. Only by re-establishing strength do we have leverage for diplomacy.”

Sen. Ben Sasse, R-Neb.- "We need to get the Ukrainians more weapons. We should be doing gun runs around the clock to arm the Ukrainian people to the teeth. Our goal should be pretty simple: Help the Ukrainian resistance hold on for as long as possible. Make Putin regret his flagrant disregard for the rule of law.”

Rep. Adrian Smith, R-Neb.- I support additional strong and swift sanctions to hold President Putin accountable. The U.S. must work alongside our allies when weighing our options. In the meantime, President Biden must take steps to ensure — should Russia further violate Ukraine’s sovereignty — no American is left stranded.”

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