Putin's War Veterans Flood Russian Parliament After Landslide Victory
🐿️ The Squirrel's Take
Squirrels see 49 war veterans in parliament as Putin's way to turn battlefield loyalty into legislative rubber stamps.
💡 Why it matters
This super-majority ensures Putin can pass constitutional changes and war-related laws without opposition, deepening Russia's authoritarian path.
United Russia won a record 355 seats in the Duma, with 49 newly elected deputies being Ukraine war veterans, consolidating Vladimir Putin's grip on power. The super-majority surpasses the party's previous 2016 record of 343 seats.
📡 Where we spotted it (3)
The Guardian
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cnbc.com
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thehill.com
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