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Senator Lindsey Graham is fighting back against Russia after the country issued an arrest warrant against him. The South Carolina Republican is not backing down from the Putin regime’s continued aggression and authoritarianism, despite the threat of arrest. Graham made a bold statement, saying he would submit to the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court if Russia does the same. In essence, he challenged the Russian government to put its money where its mouth is. He will stand up for what is right, even against an enemy intent on silencing him.
To know that my commitment to Ukraine has drawn the ire of Putin’s regime brings me immense joy.
I will continue to stand with and for Ukraine’s freedom until every Russian soldier is expelled from Ukrainian territory.
— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) May 29, 2023
The Russian Interior Ministry issued the warrant following Graham’s meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday. Graham spoke frankly about the situation, stating that “the Russians are dying” and praising U.S. spending as “the best money we’ve ever spent.” However, the Russian government has taken the comments out of context by editing them into a video that Zelenskyy’s office released. The Senator did not make those remarks in one fell swoop, but regardless, he stands by the sentiment.
The Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesperson Dmitry Peskov responded by condemning Graham’s comments, stating, “It’s hard to imagine a greater shame for the country than having such senators.” But, as Senator Graham points out, it is Putin and his regime that should be ashamed. Their continued aggression and unyielding hold on power are unacceptable, and the world should not stand idly by while those in power silence their opponents.
Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the most vocal critics of the Putin regime, is leading the charge against Russian dictatorship. He will continue to speak out against the abuses of power and corruption plaguing Russia, regardless of the consequences. Graham’s bold words to the International Criminal Court show that he believes in justice and will not be silenced by tyrants. He is a true leader, standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity.
Source: Townhall
