Transcript: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
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The following is the transcript of an interview with GOP Sen. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 16, 2025. MARGARET BRENNAN: And joining me now is Senator Jeanne Shaheen, the ranking Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joining us from Munich Security Conference. Senator, you were on stage with Ukraine's President Zelenskyy Friday, discussing the future of U.S. and Ukraine security cooperation.
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Main Idea: Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Congress still strongly backs Ukraine and warned that mixed messages from President Donald Trump’s team could hurt U.S. support and help Russia.
Key Points:
- Shaheen said senators from both parties support Ukraine and want Russia and Vladimir Putin held accountable.
- She criticized the Trump administration’s mixed signals on peace talks, territory, and NATO, and said Ukraine must be part of any deal.
- Shaheen said Congress may act on Russian assets held in the U.S. and Europe so the money can help Ukraine fight and rebuild.
- She also warned that freezing foreign aid and slowing diplomatic staffing could weaken U.S. influence and create openings for China and Russia.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
A freeze on foreign aid and mixed US signals on Ukraine could weaken security, hurt farmers’ shipments, and give rivals more room to act.
Positive Impact
Bipartisan support for Ukraine and for maintaining US shipyards could help protect jobs, supplies, and national security.
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- Primary:Senator Jeanne Shaheenperson
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- Senator Jeanne ShaheenpersonPrimaryEvaluated
Central interview subject whose views on Ukraine, Russia, and U.S. support are the main focus.
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Major alliance referenced in the discussion of Ukraine’s security and Western unity.
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His Ukraine and negotiation comments are a major driver of the discussion.
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Mentioned as a central participant in the Munich discussion about Ukraine support.
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His comments on Ukraine borders and NATO are a major point of contention.
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Cited as a key Republican senator whose criticism of the administration is central to the article.
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Repeatedly referenced as the aggressor and target of accountability efforts.
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