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Trump makes new demands for Russia, Iran sanctions bill named for Graham

Trump makes new demands for Russia, Iran sanctions bill named for Graham

Summary

President Donald Trump asked lawmakers to change a bill that puts sanctions on Russia and to give him special powers to impose tariffs on Iran. This request may make it harder for the bill to pass in the House of Representatives. Some Democrats support the bill but worry about the broad tariff powers it would give the president.

Key Facts

  • President Trump wants revisions to a Russia sanctions bill.
  • He is asking for authority to impose tariffs on Iran.
  • The bill is moving toward a vote in the House of Representatives.
  • Democrats mostly support the sanctions bill.
  • Some Democrats are concerned about the wide tariff powers in the bill.
  • The bill is named after Senator Lindsey Graham.
  • The new demands could delay or complicate the bill’s passage.
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