Walter Jones on Transfer of Alaskan Islands to Russia
Dear Mr. Lang:
Thank you for contacting me with your concerns on President Obama transferring Alaskan islands to Russia. I appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and I am happy to respond.
Please know that this claim is an internet rumor. The United States does not own the islands that are mentioned. The islands lie on the Russian side of the U.S. – Russia maritime boundary that was set by a treaty the Senate ratified and President Bush signed over 20 years ago. To find out more about this, please visit http://factcheck.org/2012/03/alaskan-island-giveaway/ .
I do hope this has answered any questions or concerns you may have. If I can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
