Senators Threaten to Block Trump Nominees Over Ukraine Satellite Restrictions

Senators say they will withhold confirmation votes until the administration ensures Ukraine’s military communications capabilities are restored.

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Senators Threaten to Block Trump Nominees Over Ukraine Satellite Restrictions

Senators have warned the White House that they will withhold votes to confirm Trump nominees over satellite network restrictions affecting Ukraine, according to The New York Times.

The lawmakers are seeking assurances that the administration will ensure the restoration of communications capabilities used by Ukraine’s military, tying their confirmation votes to that demand.

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