RICHMOND, Va. (Daily Press) – Gov. Glenn Youngkin called for “decisive action” by Virginia in support of Ukraine on Saturday — including an appeal to Norfolk to end its sister city partnership with a Russian city.
In a statement, Youngkin also called on President Joe Biden to take a tougher stance.
“Today, we are acting to show our solidarity with the Ukrainian people as they defend their country,” Youngkin said. “And while these are important steps, it is incumbent upon President Biden to take a stronger, more decisive leadership position to end this war.”
Youngkin ordered the state’s Department of General Services to review state procurement of goods and services involving Russian companies. He urged the Virginia Retirement System board of trustees, as well as university endowment funds, to divest in “a prudent and orderly fashion” of all holdings of the Russian Ruble and securities of Russian companies.
The announcement comes as Russia’s invasion into Ukraine enters its third day and as governors across the country announce actions in support of Ukraine.