By supporting Ukraine, we deter aggression everywhere, combat authoritarianism and reaffirm that the United States does not abandon those who fight for freedom.
While some have been unwilling to stand up to Vladimir Putin, the Congress must.
Tonight, House Democrats did.
Guan Heng was just released from detention and is now reunited with his mother — a long-awaited and joyful reunion. DHS has not yet decided whether to appeal his asylum. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who stood by him and helped make today possible.
Today is the Day of Dignity and Freedom – and above all, for Ukrainians, it is a commemoration of the price of Ukraine’s independence and of the effort that underpins our real sovereignty. Today, we commemorate all those who, at different times, fought for Ukraine’s right to be a free, independent, and strong state – and who became a symbol of human dignity and justice to the world.
With a neighbor like Russia, defending one’s own dignity, freedom, and independence is an extremely difficult task – but without it, the Ukrainian people cannot be preserved.
And that is why it is so important that Ukrainians are not giving up, that they are defending what is fundamental, and that through their strength they are changing the course of history so that Ukraine may live and develop. I thank everyone who fights for our state as for themselves.
Glory to Ukraine! Glory to every Ukrainian hero!