# Senators threaten to block Trump nominees over Ukraine satellite restrictions

https://mins.news/en/item/113508

- TASS, 2026-10-23 23:44 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2207211

> Republican and Democratic senators warned the White House they would block confirmation of Trump administration nominees unless it guarantees restored Ukrainian access to satellite communications, The New York Times reported. Disagreements may intensify after the November 3 midterms. Trump said Ukraine’s Starshield access had been restored, while former Ukrainian defense minister adviser Sergey Sternenko said some restrictions remain.

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