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US Lawmaker: Cut Russia Off, India-US Deal Benefits Outweigh Russia Ties

US Congressman Rich McCormick stated the US goal is to entirely cut off Russia to hinder its war efforts and bullying in Europe. He emphasized the strategic importance of Ukraine's vast resources, including wheat and critical minerals. McCormick argued that a US-India trade deal is vastly more beneficial for India than ties with Russia, given the massive disparity in economic size and shared democratic values. The White House also highlighted the cordial relationship between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi following the new trade agreement.

Key Points: US Congressman Urges Cutting Off Russia, Touts India-US Trade Deal

  • Isolate Russia from NATO & global economy
  • Contrast Russia's $2.1T economy with US & Europe
  • India-US trade deal promises dramatic future benefits
  • Indian constitution aligns with American, not Russian, values
  • Ukraine is key resource hub for Europe
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"We want to cut Russia off entirely," says US Congressman McCormick

US Rep. Rich McCormick says US aims to cripple Russia's war funding, argues India-US trade pact offers far greater economic benefits than ties with Russia.

"We want to cut Russia off entirely, make it hard for them to continue to prosecute this war - Rich McCormick"

Washington DC, February 4

US Congressman and co-chair of the India Caucus, Rich McCormick said that the US wants to make it arduous for Russia to continue funding for its war.

McCormick, in a conversation with ANI, said that they didn't want Russia anywhere near NATO.

He said, "We want to cut Russia off entirely, make it hard for them to continue to prosecute this war, and get rid of their bullying in Europe. Ukraine is a top-five country of resources when it comes to titanium, steel, cobalt, lithium, and uranium. 70% of Europe's wheat is produced in Ukraine," he said.

McComrick further said, "I think it is incredibly important to the stability of that region. We certainly don't want Russia any closer to other NATO allies... Russia only has a $2.1 trillion economy, which is smaller than Texas's economy... Europe has a $20 trillion economy, and it alone can outpace Russia by 10 to 1... Germany has two and a half times the economy of Russia."

He said that the India-US trade deal will be beneficial for India more than being with Russia.

"When two leaders of two great nations get together and actually decide what to do collectively, it does not really matter who is responsible. It is a matter of what the result is. When you look at the long-term benefits it will have on the Indian economy, because Russia is not the answer... But the United States has a $30 trillion economy. Who do you want to do business with? It makes sense. It is going to benefit India dramatically in the future... Russia is a bad guy... Putin is not behaving well," he said.

McComrick said that the Indian constitution represents American values, and not Russian.

"He does not care if tens of thousands of people die... When you look at the constitution of India, it is modelled to be similar to the United States, and I think that will benefit them greatly... It will potentially benefit both countries and the rest of the world into the next century, because I think when we combine our forces, everybody benefits," he said.

Meanwhile, US White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday noted the US-India deal and the cordial relationship shared by US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"Yesterday the President struck another great trade deal with India. He spoke with Prime Minister Modi directly. They share a very good relationship," she told reporters.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The comparison of Russia's economy to Texas is quite a stark way to put it! 🤔 It does highlight the economic disparity. A US-India trade deal could indeed open massive opportunities in tech, pharmaceuticals, and defense manufacturing for Indian companies. This could be a game-changer for 'Make in India' if negotiated well.
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Priya S
Respectfully, the Congressman saying our constitution represents "American values" feels a bit reductive. Our constitution is a proud, sovereign document crafted by Dr. Ambedkar and our founding fathers, reflecting India's unique history and ethos. While there may be similarities, it is distinctly Indian. Let's focus on the trade benefits, not these comparisons.
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Vikram M
The US wants to isolate Russia, but India cannot afford to burn bridges. We get affordable oil and crucial military spare parts from Russia. The world isn't black and white. A strong trade deal with the US is welcome, but it should not come with conditions that compromise our existing, time-tested relationships. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Good to see the India Caucus co-chair speaking positively about the relationship. A $30 trillion economy partner is no joke. If this deal brings more investment, tech transfer, and jobs to India, it's a win. We should engage with all, but yes, the future is with democracies that respect rule-based order. 🇮🇳🤝🇺🇸
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Karthik V
The comment about Ukraine's resources is telling. This war is also about control of critical minerals. India needs to secure its own supply chains for the future. Diversifying partners is key. While we maintain ties with Russia,

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