A group of three Democratic lawmakers is expressing concerns that a bipartisan sanctions bill aimed at Russian President Vladimir Putin's actions in Ukraine grants President Trump excessive authority over tariffs. Representative Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.), who serves as the ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, described the Sanctioning Russia Act 2026, introduced on July 15, 2026, as a potential 'Trojan horse' for tariff powers.
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Democrats Express Concerns Over Tariff Powers in Russian Sanctions Bill
Three Democratic lawmakers are raising concerns about the Sanctioning Russia Act 2026, which they believe gives President Trump excessive tariff authority. Representative Gregory Meeks stated that the bill could serve as a 'Trojan horse' for these powers.
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Democratic opposition over Trump tariffs complicates Russian sanctions push
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