Russia Loses ‘Entire Batallion’ on Blown Up Bridge: Ukraine

Satellite images appear to show the remnants of tanks and other Russian military hardware around a destroyed pontoon bridge over a river in the Luhansk region.

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GOP lawmakers called to testify about January 6

Plus, Sen. Rand Paul derails Ukraine aid.

Five GOP lawmakers were subpoenaed by the January 6 committee; Sen. Rand Paul throws a wrench in Ukraine aid.   Tonight's Sentences was written by Jariel Arvin. TOP NEWS January 6 subpoenas for GOP lawmakers Alex Wong/Getty Images The congressional committee investigating the January 6 insurrection issued subpoenas to five Republicans, including House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, on Thursday. [New York Times / Luke Broadwater and Emily Cochrane] The panel is working to determine what led to the attack on the Capitol and what happened in the aftermath as former President Donald Trump sought to overturn the 2020 election results. [NBC News / Dareh Gregorian, Ali Vitali, and Haley Talbot] There are many outstanding questions as to whether GOP lawmakers, who've not cooperated with the investigation, were involved in the insurrection. For months, the panel of seven Democrats and two Republicans have weighed how to compel fellow members of Congress to testify. [National Public Radio / Claudia Grisales] McCarthy has accused the committee of being politically motivated. He hasn't said if he will comply with the subpoena. [Associated Press / Mary Clare Jalonick, Kevin Freking, and Lisa Mascaro] Reps. Mo Brooks (AL), Andy Biggs (AZ), Scott Perry (PA), and Jim Jordan (OH) were also subpoenaed. [Washington Post] The committee, which has interviewed nearly 1,000 people, plans to hold televised hearings on June 9. [CNN] Rand Paul blocks Ukraine aid Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) has blocked bipartisan efforts to fast-track $40 billion in military aid for Ukraine, arguing the additional spending would be harmful to the US economy. [The Hill / Jordain Cairney] Paul demanded Thursday that the US hire an inspector general to ensure the money is spent correctly. That idea has bipartisan backing, but editing the bill now could slow the aid down by weeks. [CNN / Ali Zaslav and Ted Barrett] Leaders Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer offered Paul a procedural workaround that would have satisfied his request and kept the bill on track. But Paul refused. [USA Today / Morgan Watkins] The delay could hinder Ukraine's efforts to fend off Russia's invasion. The Biden administration believes it could run out of funds to help its ally by May 19. [Guardian] MISCELLANEOUS The Texas Supreme Court ruled Friday that the state can resume investigating parents for providing gender-affirming care. [Texas Tribune / Eleanor Klibanoff] United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan died at 73. [Axios / Barak Ravid] Louisiana's House of Representatives stopped a bill that would have classified abortion as murder. [AP / Kevin McGill] White House press secretary Jen Psaki gave her last press briefing on Friday. [CNN / Brian Stelter] Support our journalism   Reader contributions help keep Vox and newsletters like Sentences free for all. Support our work with a one-time gift today. Give CROSSWORD OF THE DAY What's a four-letter word for "clinches"? Solve today's new Vox crossword puzzle, and stay tuned for more puzzles coming out Monday through Saturday. VERBATIM "It's a reflection of how important and serious the investigation is and how grave the attack on the Capitol was."  [Rep Liz Cheney (R-WY) on issuing the subpoenas / Washington Post] LISTEN TO THIS Free Brittney (Griner) WNBA star Brittney Griner is still detained in Russia. Today Explained talked to ESPN's T.J. Quinn to find out why.       Listen now   ▶ Read more from Vox The killing of Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, explained   John Fetterman is redefining how swing-state Democrats campaign   Is this another tech bubble bursting?   The world's biggest wave, explained   The new Russian offensive in Ukraine isn't going much better than the previous one   This email was sent to vox@quicklydone.com. Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe. If you value Vox's unique explanatory journalism, support our work with a one-time or recurring contribution.   View our Privacy Notice and our Terms of Service.   Vox Media, 1201 Connecticut Ave. NW, Floor 12, Washington, DC 20036. Copyright © 2022. All rights reserved.