U.S. and China React to Shifts in Russia Policy and Sanctions

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Senator Blumenthal emphasizes that President Trump's recent shift in tone towards Russia and Ukraine must be backed by concrete actions, including stronger sanctions and military aid, to effectively pressure Russia and support Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict. He advocates for the Sanctioning Russia Act 2025, which aims to impose heavy tariffs on countries trading with Russia, as a means to change Russian behavior and demonstrate U.S. and international unity.
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