Former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has called on the Senate to enact secondary sanctions on Russia as part of a broader strategy to support peace efforts in Eastern Europe. Pence emphasized that imposing hefty tariffs on Russia, coupled with continued military aid to Ukraine, represents the most effective pathway to achieving durable peace in the region. He specifically urged former President Donald Trump to apply secondary sanctions on countries purchasing Russian oil and gas, arguing that a tougher policy stance is necessary to counter Russian aggression. Pence also criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin's diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine as deceptive. Additionally, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo expressed that Trump should not reward Putin for his actions in Ukraine.