Quigley Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine

U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and co-chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, released the following statement after Vladimir Putin announced a "special military operation" in Ukraine:

"Tonight, Russia's unprovoked attack on Ukraine begins a war of choice entirely of President Putin's making, despite months of intense diplomacy. The price that Ukrainians will pay for that choice is unfathomable.

"While the Kremlin's disinformation apparatus is in full swing, I want to be clear that no one is responsible for this bloodshed other than Putin. As I have for months, I will continue to call for appropriate repercussions for Russia's invasion, and if necessary, I will press the administration and our allies to take broader, harsher action.

"As these events unfold, my message to the Ukrainian people is simple: we stand with you."