Bipartisan lawmakers turn up pressure on Serbian president as elections loom
Summary
Two U.S. lawmakers from different political parties are urging Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić to fight corruption and cut connections with countries that oppose the U.S. They introduced a bill that could impose sanctions and visa bans if these demands are not met before Serbia’s upcoming elections.Key Facts
- The lawmakers are Rep. Joe Wilson (Republican) and Rep. Bill Keating (Democrat).
- Both serve on the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
- They want Serbia’s president to address corruption issues in his country.
- They also want Serbia to stop ties with nations considered adversaries of the U.S.
- The proposed law includes sanctions and bans on visas for certain Serbian officials.
- The efforts come ahead of Serbia’s elections, increasing political pressure.
- The U.S. aims to influence Serbia’s actions through this legislative approach.
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