Ukraine Crisis Response
Congress and the President have taken some initial steps to address the crisis in Ukraine; however, de spite widespread sentiment in favor of helping Ukraine and punishing Russia for its military action in Crimea, some proposals are marked by partisan discord and disagreement over tactics. Executive Actions. On March 6, President Obama issued an Executive Order allowing the U.S. Government to impose penalties on both individuals and entities deemed to be violating Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The White House has also put in place visa restrictions on a number of officials and individuals. White House press spokesman Jay Carney…
