State Department Condemns Russian Government’s Response to Peaceful Protests

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The State Department censured Russian authorities for detaining peaceful protesters Sunday as anti-corruption demonstrations swept the country, according to a statement provided to THE WEEKLY STANDARD.

Reports earlier on Sunday questioned the Trump administration’s silence on the protests, including the White House and State Department.

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