Mike Turner

Turner: You Can’t Be America First and Pro-Russia

Ohio Representative Mike Turner expressed concerns about the White House-backed peace plan for Ukraine, suggesting it may be too favorable to Russia and emphasizing the need to view Russia as a skeptical adversary. Turner, speaking on “Face the Nation,” highlighted that any peace arrangement must prioritize Ukraine’s sovereignty, acknowledging comments made by Senator Marco Rubio in Miami. The plan has undergone revisions following initial criticism. Turner also expressed concern over reports suggesting a potential orchestration of communication, giving Russia preferential positioning prior to speaking with the President.

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House Intelligence Chair Ousted Amidst Mar-a-Lago Concerns

House Speaker Mike Johnson unexpectedly removed Representative Mike Turner as chair of the House Intelligence Committee, a decision reportedly influenced by pressure from the House Freedom Caucus and Mar-a-Lago. Turner’s removal, despite his strong record, followed complaints about his handling of a national security alert and policy stances at odds with some within the Republican party. This action has drawn criticism for potentially weakening congressional oversight of the intelligence community. Johnson stated the change is intended as a fresh start for the committee, with a replacement chair expected to be announced shortly.

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