Russia denies GOP senator visa forward of go back and forth

Johnson pointed out he had deliberate to talk over with the nation to talk with Russian officers, organizations and others, in session with retiring Russian ambassador Jon Huntsman. 

"Working with Ambassador Huntsman, I had hoped direct dialogue with Russian parliamentarians could support set the stage for stronger future members of the family between our two countries. unfortunately, Russian officers continue to play diplomatic video games with this straightforward effort and have denied me entrance to Russia," Johnson talked about in an announcement.

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"in spite of this petty affront, i will continue to advocate a powerful and resolute response to Russian aggression — and frank speak when viable," he brought.

Johnson, who is a member of the Senate international family members Committee and the chairman of the Europe and regional security cooperation subcommittee, became anticipated to go to Russia subsequent week as part of a bipartisan delegation to a few countries.