{"id":1685,"date":"2025-12-05T08:30:35","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T08:30:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/localidp.org\/?p=1685"},"modified":"2025-12-08T08:44:28","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T08:44:28","slug":"%d0%b4%d0%b5%d0%bd%d1%8c-%d1%83-%d1%81%d0%b2%d1%8f%d1%82%d0%b0-%d1%81%d0%b2%d1%8f%d1%82%d0%b8%d1%85-%d1%80%d0%b5%d1%81%d0%bf%d1%83%d0%b1%d0%bb%d1%96%d0%ba%d0%b0%d0%bd%d1%81%d1%8c","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/localidp.org\/en\/2025\/12\/05\/%d0%b4%d0%b5%d0%bd%d1%8c-%d1%83-%d1%81%d0%b2%d1%8f%d1%82%d0%b0-%d1%81%d0%b2%d1%8f%d1%82%d0%b8%d1%85-%d1%80%d0%b5%d1%81%d0%bf%d1%83%d0%b1%d0%bb%d1%96%d0%ba%d0%b0%d0%bd%d1%81%d1%8c\/","title":{"rendered":"A DAY AT THE REPUBLICAN PARTY'S HOLY OF HOLIES AND THE WALLS OF THE US CONGRESS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We began the day at the Republican Party's \u201choly of holies\u201d and continued it within the walls of the US Congress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1684\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_4_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_4_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_4_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_4_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Today was one of the most crucial and important days of our visit to Washington.<br>We started it at the National Republican Club of Capitol Hill \u2014 one of the most exclusive and influential political clubs in the United States. It is here, in the \u201choly of holies\u201d of the Republicans, that strategic political decisions are discussed and positions that influence national politics are formed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1675\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_9_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_9_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_9_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_9_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1676\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_10_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_10_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_10_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_10_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The club prohibits any kind of video or audio recording at the state level, which creates an atmosphere of trust, openness, and a high level of security. The meeting took place in a productive working atmosphere, and further areas of cooperation were identified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1672\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_5_06_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_5_06_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_5_06_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_5_06_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1679\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_13_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_13_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_13_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_13_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, we continued our work in the United States Congress building, where we had an extremely important meeting with our sincere friend, Congressman Brad Sherman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1680\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_14_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_14_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_14_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_14_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1677\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_11_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_11_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_11_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_11_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Who is Brad Sherman and why is his support important for Ukraine?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brad Sherman represents California's 32nd district and is a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee and the Financial Services Committee. He is one of those American politicians who systematically and consistently supports Ukraine.<br>\u2013 He was one of the first congressmen to initiate the provision of lethal weapons to Ukraine after the start of the full-scale invasion.<br>\u2013 He is an active member of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, which promotes Ukraine's interests in the US legislative arena.<br>\u2013 He supports tough sanctions against Russia and Belarus.<br>\u2013 He considers aid to Ukraine a strategic investment in global security.<br>\u2013 He insists on the need for long-term and stable support so that Ukraine can effectively defeat the Russian aggressor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1683\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_3_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_3_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_3_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_3_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1682\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_2_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_2_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_2_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_2_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Our meeting with the congressman was extremely warm, frank, and productive. We felt genuine support and deep respect for the struggle of the Ukrainian people. <br>During the visit, we agreed on an advocacy visit by a delegation from Lviv and Sumy regions to the US Congress. This step will be an important milestone in expanding cooperation, strengthening political support for Ukraine, and deepening interregional ties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"960\" data-id=\"1679\" src=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_13_05_12_2025.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_13_05_12_2025.jpg 720w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_13_05_12_2025-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/localidp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ASSOC_NEWS_IMG_13_05_12_2025-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, we have taken another important step toward strengthening the partnership between Ukraine and the United States. Each such meeting contributes to our common goal: Ukraine's victory in the war against the Russian aggressor and the strengthening of the international coalition in support of our state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Together we are stronger. 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