🕊️ It’s Time For PEACE

More than three years ago, Russia launched a brutal, unprovoked invasion of Ukraine — a sovereign democracy fighting for its survival. The result: a prolonged war, over a million casualties, and growing threats to global and U.S. security.

Zoom out: Since Russia’s illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014, its aggression hasn’t stopped. From cyberattacks to nuclear saber-rattling and NATO airspace violations, Putin continues to test American resolve. 

As a combat veteran and former counterintelligence official, I’ve seen firsthand: Russia only respects strength. That’s why they didn’t invade during President Trump’s first term — and why we now have a real shot to end this war and hold Putin accountable.

Our bipartisan PEACE Act, which passed the House Financial Services Committee 53-1, would: 

✅ Tighten and expand sanctions on Putin’s inner circle

✅ Shut down backdoor loopholes Moscow uses to dodge restrictions

✅ Keep pressure on until Russia ends its aggression

Driving the news: Yesterday, the Treasury Department sanctioned Rosneft and Lukoil — Russia’s two largest energy giants and major sources of funding for the Kremlin’s war machine.

That’s real leadership and a big step forward. But without congressional action, it’s temporary.

Why it matters: Passing the PEACE Act would build on these sanctions and transform President Trump’s decisive executive action into lasting policy. 

That was the focus of my meeting yesterday with Ukraine’s Ambassador to the U.S. We agreed: The time for full-scale sanctions is now.

Bottom Line: President Trump is leading with strength, and the PEACE Act locks it in — ensuring America never backs down and dictators like Putin never win.