Congressman Tom Reed is one 398 members of the U.S. House of Representatives included in a sanctions list by Russia. Newsweek reported also included on that list is several Republican representatives who have been accused of making comments … [Read more...]
New State Website Launched to Help Ukrainians, Immigrants, Refugees
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the launch of a new website containing resources offered by New York State and its partners to help Ukrainian people and other refugees in the state. This follows the Governor's announcement warning consumers … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs New Executive Order Restricting Business with Russia
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a new executive order banning State agencies and public authorities from doing business with companies that have continued to do business in Russia. Hochul had previously signed an executive order banning state … [Read more...]
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Requests ‘No Fly Zone,’ More Sanctions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy requested a "No Fly Zone" over Ukraine in addition to more sanctions on Russia in a virtual address to the U.S. Congress Wednesday. Zelenskyy thanked President Joe Biden for the relief aid the U.S. has … [Read more...]
Congressman Reed Says ‘No Fly Zone’ in Ukraine Should be Part of ‘Toolbox’
Congressman Tom Reed, who watched Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's address, said while he's not an outright advocate for a "No Fly Zone," it needs to be part of the "toolbox" in dealing with Russia. Reed, in his weekly media call, said the video … [Read more...]
President Biden Announces U.S. Ban on All Russian Oil Imports
President Joe Biden announced Tuesday the U.S. will ban all Russian oil imports. The Associated Press reports Biden acknowledged it will bring costs to Americans, particularly at the gas pump, while toughening the toll on Russia’s economy in … [Read more...]
Refugees Fleeing Ukraine Reach 1 Million
NPR reports that the number of refugees fleeing across the borders of Ukraine has reached 1 million people. The U.N.'s top refugee official said the total of refugee from Ukraine amounts to a little more than 2% of the country's total population … [Read more...]
Russia Attacks Ukraine
Explosions and military assaults were reported across Ukraine as Russian President Vladimir Putin announced an attack on the country early Thursday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on the public to remain calm while declaring … [Read more...]
Reed Ties House Obstruction Investigation to Impeachment Efforts, Says American People Will Reject That as a Priority
WASHINGTON - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY-23) continued his support of President Donald Trump Wednesday when it comes to the Mueller Report. Last Thursday a redacted version of special investigator Robert Mueller's report was made public. … [Read more...]
Mueller Report Provides Evidence of Obstruction, not Collusion, from Trump Campaign and Administration
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump sought the removal of special counsel Robert Mueller, discouraged witnesses from cooperating with prosecutors and prodded aides to mislead the public on his behalf. That's according to the redacted report from … [Read more...]
