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Senators Alarmed by Sanctioned Russians Accessing Capitol

4/4/2026

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Senators Roger Wicker and Jeanne Shaheen expressed concern about sanctioned Russian officials visiting Washington, D.C., and Capitol access.
They said the officials are linked to activities harming U.S. national security.
They questioned why the officials were granted access to the Capitol.
The lawmakers cited Kremlin aims, Iran's actions against U.S. personnel, and possible NATO attacks.

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Senators Roger Wicker and Jeanne Shaheen expressed concern about sanctioned Russian officials visiting Washington, D.C., and Capitol access.
They said the officials are linked to activities harming U.S. national security.
They questioned why the officials were granted access to the Capitol.
The lawmakers cited Kremlin aims, Iran's actions against U.S. personnel, and possible NATO attacks.