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US House expected to pass Russia sanctions bill backed by late Senator Graham

US House expected to pass Russia sanctions bill backed by late Senator Graham

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Sept 16 (Reuters) - The U.S.
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House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to Trump

House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to Trump

The House has passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy as lawmakers look to deprive President Vladimir Putin of the financial resources needed to wage the war against Ukraine
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US House takes up Russia sanctions bill backed by late senator Graham

US House takes up Russia sanctions bill backed by late senator Graham

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Sept 16 (Reuters) - The U.S. House of Representatives is due to vote on Wednesday on a sweeping sanctions bill intended to increase economic pressure on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, nearly 1-1/2 years after the late Senator Lindsey Graham first introduced it.
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House passes Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham, sending it to Trump

House passes Russia sanctions bill championed by Graham, sending it to Trump

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Sept 16 (Reuters) - The U.S.
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US House passes Russia sanctions bill championed by late Senator Graham

US House passes Russia sanctions bill championed by late Senator Graham

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Sept 16 (Reuters) - The U.S.
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Poll shows rising trust in global institutions, less comfort with US as global leader

Poll shows rising trust in global institutions, less comfort with US as global leader

By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON, Sept 16 (Reuters) - A new poll of over 35,000 people worldwide shows continued support for global cooperation and rising trust in international institutions, but less comfort with the United States or China taking leadership roles. In fact, many view both as a threat.
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House Approves Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill, Heads to President Trump for Signature

House Approves Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill, Heads to President Trump for Signature

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a comprehensive sanctions bill targeting Russian officials and key sectors of its economy. The legislation, approved by a 262-159 vote, is now headed to President Trump for his signature. This bill, named after the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, aims to cut off financial resources for Russia's war against Ukraine. It includes sanctions on Russian officials, banks, and a 'shadow fleet' of tankers transporting Russian energy. Additionally, it directs President Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on the top five importers of Russian oil or natural gas, with an exception for countries that have significantly reduced their reliance on Russian gas. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had actively pushed for the bill's passage. The measure represents the most significant effort to support Ukraine since President Trump's return to the White House, breaking nearly two years of legislative gridlock on the issue.
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A border surge reshaped America. Now, data shows who 4.5 million migrants were and where they went

A border surge reshaped America. Now, data shows who 4.5 million migrants were and where they went

A surge in border crossings over the past decade reshaped America: Millions of people from more than 150 countries arrived, bringing the immigrant population to its highest levels
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The Latest: Federal Reserve defies Trump, hikes key interest rate for first time in 3 years

The Latest: Federal Reserve defies Trump, hikes key interest rate for first time in 3 years

The Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time since 2023 to address high inflation
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U.S. Representative Don Beyer Joins Lawmakers in Opposing Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026

U.S. Representative Don Beyer Joins Lawmakers in Opposing Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026

U.S. Representative Don Beyer (D-VA), alongside Representatives Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY) and Richard Neal (D-Mass.), has issued a joint statement opposing the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. The three lawmakers, who hold ranking Democratic positions on key congressional committees, argue that the bill's expanded tariff authorities and its failure to mandate sanctions on Russia are 'unacceptable.' They have called for 'bicameral, bipartisan negotiations' to address their concerns. The legislation, initially introduced in April 2025, gained momentum after President Trump signaled his support last November, contingent on obtaining new tariff authorities and retaining flexibility over sanctions. The bill passed the Senate on August 7 with bipartisan support (86-11) and is now slated for consideration by the House of Representatives, with the Rules Committee scheduling a meeting to clear the way for a floor vote.
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House Rules Committee Debates Bill Granting President Trump Broad Tariff Authority Amid Sanctions Concerns

House Rules Committee Debates Bill Granting President Trump Broad Tariff Authority Amid Sanctions Concerns

The U.S. House Rules Committee is currently debating the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 (H.R.10076). Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has voiced strong opposition to the bill, arguing that it is deeply flawed. According to Meeks, while the bill is ostensibly about imposing new sanctions on Russia, its primary effect would be to grant President Trump sweeping new tariff authorities. Meeks stated that the bill was drafted by White House lawyers to maximize the President's power to impose import taxes on Americans and minimize any obligation to actually sanction Russia. He highlighted that the President already possesses the authority to impose the sanctions outlined in the bill but has chosen not to use them for the past 19 months. Meeks also expressed concern that Section 113 of the bill would allow the President to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on goods from major purchasers of Russian oil and gas and 'top oil sanctions...
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The Latest: Trump says EU allowing Canada as associate member could be a ‘hostile act’

The Latest: Trump says EU allowing Canada as associate member could be a ‘hostile act’

President Donald Trump suggested that the European Union allowing Canada to become an associate member could be a “hostile act” and threatened to respond to the proposed move by imposing more tariffs on the bloc