Senators Urge Stronger Russia Sanctions Amid Ukraine Escalation
TL;DR
Senate Majority Leader Thune highlights increased interest in passing Russia sanctions legislation amid recent provocations by Moscow, including drone incursions and attacks on Kyiv, with bipartisan support and White House negotiations ongoing. Meanwhile, other political developments include confirmations related to the Federal Reserve, immigration policy impacts, offshore wind projects, and efforts to disclose Jeffrey Epstein files, all amidst looming government funding debates and judicial rulings on federal officials.
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- ‘Intensified interest’ in passing Russia sanctions bill, says Thune Politico
- GOP senators ratchet up demands for Trump to push new sanctions on Russia CNN
- Bipartisan senators push for Russia sanctions passage as Putin ‘escalates’ Ukraine assault The Hill
- Sen. Richard Blumenthal discusses his bill proposing additional sanctions on Russia NPR
- Chairman Wicker Calls for Tougher Sanctions Against Russia on Senate Floor U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (.gov)
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