On Wednesday, Russian forces entered the Donbass region of Ukraine President Joe Biden announces ‘consequences’ when Russian leader Vladimir Putin launched attacks on the democratic Eastern European nation. Here’s how Pennsylvania’s elected leaders reacted to the news. This post will be updated to fill in any gaps.
Governor Tom Wolf:
I’m standing with @POTUS condemning the unprovoked and unjustified Russian military invasion of the independent state of Ukraine.
This attack on a peaceful country is shocking.
I call on democratic leaders around the world to unite and respond decisively to this unlawful attack.
— Governor Josh Shapiro (@GovernorShapiro) February 24, 2022
U.S. Senator Bob Casey, R-Pennsylvania:
My statement regarding Russian President Putin’s invasion of Ukraine: pic.twitter.com/HrMojohKQ7
— Senator Bob Casey (@SenBobCasey) February 23, 2022
U.S. Senator Pat Toomey, Pennsylvania:
President Biden must immediately impose the toughest sanctions possible and Congress should pass the NYET Act, which will cripple Russia’s financial sector and make Putin regret his terrible decision.
— Pat Toomey (ret. US Sen.) (@SenToomey) February 24, 2022
Lt. Governor John Fetterman (Retweet White House statement)
The prayers of the world tonight are with the people of Ukraine who are suffering from an unprovoked and unjustified attack by Russian armed forces. President Putin has chosen a intentional war that will bring catastrophic loss of life and suffering. https://t.co/Q7eUJ0CG3k
— President Biden (@POTUS) February 24, 2022
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-1. District:
It is critical for the United States to impose immediate, devastating sanctions that strike at the heart of Putin’s corrupt regime and send a clear message about the consequences Russia will suffer as a result of its invasion of Ukraine’s sovereign territory. The world is watching and it’s time to act. (2/2)
— Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick 🇺🇸 (@RepBrianFitz) February 23, 2022
U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-2nd District:
I stand firmly in defense of my Ukrainian voters who currently have family and friends in 🇺🇦
As I return from Brussels from chairing an emergency NATO meeting, I can report that American and European allies are united in opposing Russia’s violations of international law. #UnitedWithUkraine pic.twitter.com/n7N5pM0KlZ
— Rep. Brendan Boyle (@CongBoyle) February 23, 2022
U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans, D-3rd District:
Putin and those who enable him must pay a huge price for his attacks on Ukraine. I support it @POTUS Biden and our allies are working to make that happen, and I stand with Ukrainian civilians who will suffer the most.
— Congressman Dwight Evans🟧 (@RepDwightEvans) February 24, 2022
U.S. Rep. Madeleine Dean, D-4th District:
I pray with the people of Ukraine as they face unprovoked and unjust attacks on their sovereign nation by a dictator.
Mr. Putin is responsible for the destruction and must be held accountable for bringing violence and instability to Europe and the world.
— Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (@RepDean) February 24, 2022
U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, D-5th District:
My prayers are with the Ukrainian people as this unjust attack on their nation unfolds. The world is with you. https://t.co/suhiACnttK
— Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon (@RepMGS) February 24, 2022
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U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-6 District:
ICYMI: The United States must demonstrate “unity” with allies and domestically on Russia, says Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-Pas.).@RepHoulahan: “We have to show that we are united here. “Putin is stronger when he divides us, and in many ways he is dividing us right now and winning then.” pic.twitter.com/jkEszVi4w7
— Meet the Press (@MeetThePress) February 23, 2022
U.S. Rep. Susan Wild, D-7 District:
My thoughts are with the innocent people of Ukraine, including the Ukrainian-American community, as they watch this senseless attack on their families and homes unfold.
America stands with you and we stand for democracy.
— Rep. Susan Wild (@RepSusanWild) February 24, 2022
U.S. Representative Dan Meuser, R-9th District:
Russian aggression against Ukraine, especially the incursion into Donetsk and Luhansk, results from Putin sensing the weakness of the West.
We must maintain a forceful position and not allow Russian aggression to go unchecked.
— Congressman Dan Meuser (@RepMeuser) February 23, 2022
U.S. Rep. Scott Perry, R-10th District:
As you pray for the Ukrainian people, do not be deceived: THIS is what happens when America’s enemies see a feeble and incompetent @POTUS. #Ukraine #BidenIsAFailure
— Rep. Scott Perry (@RepScottPerry) February 24, 2022
U.S. Representative Lloyd Smucker, R-11 District:
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Statement by House Republican Party Leaders on Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine: pic.twitter.com/T3MiOEAqAt
— House Republicans (@HouseGOP) February 22, 2022
U.S. Rep. Fred Keller, R-12 District:
If Biden is grave about lowering energy costs and reducing Russia’s power, he must accelerate approval of U.S. energy infrastructure, including pipelines and liquefied natural gas export facilities, and allow the United States to be the lowest-cost supplier of pristine energy at home and abroad.
— Congressman Fred Keller (@RepFredKeller) February 24, 2022
U.S. Representative John Joyce, R-13th District:
My statement on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. pic.twitter.com/YbIu7A40YI
— John Joyce, MD (@RepJohnJoyce) February 22, 2022
U.S. Rep. Guy Reschenthaler, R-14 District:
President Biden’s weakness on the world stage has emboldened our enemies.
China, Iran and North Korea are watching.
— House Republicans (@HouseGOP) February 23, 2022
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly, R-16th District:
Russia’s unprovoked and unnecessary attack on Ukraine poses a threat to freedom in Europe and to America’s NATO allies in the region.
My full statement⬇️ pic.twitter.com/4VfA9vlmRR
— Rep. Mike Kelly (@MikeKellyPA) February 24, 2022
U.S. Rep. Conor Lamb, D-17 District (via his campaign’s Twitter):
As the world unites against Russia’s brutal and illegal invasion of Ukraine, Trump continues to side with Putin at every opportunity.
This man must never come near our government again. We have something to say about this in November on PA. #PASen https://t.co/eiXMfV7iD3
— Conor Lamb (@ConorLambPA) February 23, 2022
U.S. Rep. Mike Doyle, D-18th District:
#VladimirPutin he is an authoritarian thug who creates chaos and disinformation to maintain his power. I’m standing in @Ukrainesupport and reject his right to sovereignty @Russiabrutal aggression. @POTUSyesterday’s sanctions are a first step that must be maintained @KremlinRussia_E responsible. pic.twitter.com/ZSwOWlywo0
— Mike Doyle (@USRepMikeDoyle) February 22, 2022
