Loopholes alarm Jeffries as House advances Russia sanctions tariff bill
TL;DR
The House passed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, granting Donald Trump authority to impose tariffs up to 100% on top purchasers of Russian energy and broadening sanctions on Russian officials and enablers, but Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries warned the bill has “so many loopholes” that could prevent sanctions or harm Americans, in a 262-159 vote on the eve of a midterm recess.
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- India faces 100% tariff threat over Russian oil after US House vote BBC
- House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming opposition from Democratic leaders CBS News
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