Attorney General Merrick Garland Takes Surprise Visit To Ukraine

He met with with Ukraine's Prosecutor General, Iryna Venediktova, at the Ukrainian-Polish border post.

The U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland made an unannounced trip to Ukraine on Tuesday to meet with Ukraine's Prosecutor General, Iryna Venediktova.

Garland told reporters that he was there to show unwavering support to Ukraine and to make sure those committing war crimes are held accountable.

"The United States is sending an unmistakeable message: there is no place to hide. We and our partners will pursue every avenue available to make sure that those who are responsible for these atrocities are held accountable."