Two Democrats cross aisle to help tee up final vote on Russia sanctions bill
Summary
The House of Representatives moved forward with a bill that gives President Trump the power to set tariffs on countries buying energy from Russia. The bill also extends current sanctions on Iran, bringing it closer to a final vote.Key Facts
- The House advanced a bill related to Russia sanctions.
- The bill gives President Trump tariff authorities on countries buying Russian energy.
- It also extends existing sanctions on Iran.
- Two Democrats supported the bill, crossing party lines.
- Moving the bill ahead clears an important step before the final vote.
- The measure is called the Russia Sanctions Act.
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