Ukraine, Gasoline

Today's News for the Week Prior and Up to February 27, 2022

AS PUTIN’S ILLEGAL INVASION OF UKRAINE CAUSES GAS PRICES TO RISE, REED, KHANNA, COLLEAGUES URGE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION TO TAP STRATEGIC PETROLEUM RESERVE
Source: U.S. Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA, 17th)
February 25, 2022
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues to cause volatility in the global oil market, we are writing to urge you to consider using all of the tools at your disposal to insulate Americans from rising gasoline prices. This includes an additional release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, the use of diplomatic pressure to encourage global oil producers to ramp up their output, and restrictions on petroleum exports unless they will advance our national security goals and lower prices for consumers,” the 10 members of Congress wrote.
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Rep. Ron Kind’s Statement on Russia’s Unprovoked Attack on Ukraine
Source: U.S. Representative Ron Kind (D-WI, 3rd)
February 24, 2022
“My prayers are with the people of Ukraine as they face an unprovoked attack from Russian military forces. This week I'm in London for meetings with officials from the UK government and members of the British Parliament about this aggression, focusing on coordination of sanctions. Now is the time for the United States and our allies to stand united in condemning Putin's unjustified actions towards Ukraine and hold Russia accountable. I couldn’t be more pleased with the level of cooperation and coordination that we are receiving from our British and European allies.”
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Kelly condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine
Source: U.S. Representative Mike Kelly (R-PA, 3rd)
February 24, 2022
Russia's unprovoked and unnecessary attack of Ukraine poses a threat to freedom in Europe and to America's NATO allies in the region. I call on the Biden administration and NATO partners to lead a swift response to Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. We cannot allow Putin to bully and intimidate the world into getting what he wants. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Ukraine.
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Kennedy statement on Russia’s waging war on Ukraine
Source: Senator John Kennedy (R-LA)
February 24, 2022
“Putin is invading and waging war on a sovereign nation and its people. There’s no room for weakness in response. President Biden should impose swift, comprehensive, crippling sanctions on Russia. The only path to peace is through unwavering strength.”
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Rep. Kelly Releases Statement on President Biden’s Announcement of Sanctions Against Russia
Source: U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (D-IL, 7th)
February 23, 2022
“President Putin is leading Russia down a dangerous and painful path. We will recognize and support the sovereignty of Ukraine. It is my hope that the sanctions announced today by President Biden will deter further aggression by Russia and demonstrate that Ukraine is not alone in its fight for democracy. Congress stands ready to introduce further sanctions should conditions deteriorate.
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