In recent days, the Trump administration has made a series of statements showing support for Russia and turning their backs on Ukraine. As Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, I have found these comments to be wholly unacceptable and a blatant betrayal of our allies in Ukraine. Let me make it clear to President Trump: Putin is a dictator who illegally invaded a sovereign, democratic nation. He has overseen mass atrocities in Ukraine, including the bombing of hospitals, the rape, torture, and murder of civilians, and the kidnapping of thousands of Ukrainian children.
You can watch my interview on CNN Newsroom where I discussed this issue more extensively HERE or read my statement HERE.