Congresswoman Julie Letlow, who represents Washington Parish and other parishes in Congress, has issued a statement regarding the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Letlow issued her statement early on Thursday (February 24).
She said, “My heart goes out to the people of Ukraine, who now find their country thrust into a war, with countless innocent civilians caught in the crossfire. We cannot allow Vladimir Putin to violate the sovereignty of an independent and democratic nation without serious consequences. The United States and our allies must swiftly take action to impose the harshest economic sanctions possible, expel Russian diplomats from the international community, and permanently shut down the Nord Stream 2 pipeline. In the coming days, let our prayers be with the people of Ukraine as they continue the noble fight to maintain their independence.”
Also issuing strong statements on the invasion were Louisiana’s two United State Senators.
Sen. John Kennedy said, “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.”
Sen. Bill Cassidy said, “Russia invading Ukraine violates every international norm. It firmly establishes Putin as an enemy of freedom, not just in his country, but elsewhere in the world as well. The United States has many options at its command. It is time we use these options to support Ukraine.”
