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US Responds To Russian Invasion Of Ukraine With Stronger Sanctions

Feb 24, 2022

President Biden reinforces U.S. troop presence near Ukraine while emphasizing no deployment to Ukraine itself. The podcast dives into the economic ramifications of new sanctions on major Russian banks and tech, highlighting NATO's united front. There's a deep dive into the complexities of U.S. relations with both Russia and China, as well as the potential domestic effects of sanctions. Lastly, bipartisan support for military aid reflects rising concerns over energy prices and the administration's strategies to address them.

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Intro

3min

U.S. and NATO Unite Against Russian Aggression

4min

Navigating U.S. Relations Amidst Russian Aggression and Chinese Alliances

2min

Assessing the Impact of Sanctions on Russia's Economy and Leadership

3min

Bipartisan Support Amidst Rising Energy Concerns

3min

In a speech at the White House Thursday afternoon, President Biden reiterated that the United States would not deploy troops to Ukraine, though he did bolster troop presence in neighboring countries. The economic impact of the invasion and subsequent sanctions will take time to determine.

This episode: congressional correspondent Susan Davis, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and international correspondent Jackie Northam.

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