GOP centrists push Ukraine aid, Russia sanctions to House floor despite Trump

A small bloc of GOP centrists forced a discharge petition to move the Ukraine Support Act to a House floor vote in early June, challenging leadership and Trump’s stance. The bill would impose sweeping Russia sanctions (including top banks and energy sectors), slap 500% tariffs on Russian goods, ban Russian crude, and authorize $8 billion in arms for Ukraine, plus extend lend-lease. Backed by Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick and Rep. Kevin Kiley, the move aims to send a message on Ukraine aid, though its fate in the Senate remains uncertain.