Thune Eyes Russia-Iran Sanctions Vote Next Week as Trump Presses 53-Seat Senate GOP
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Updated · POLITICO · Jul 24
Thune Eyes Russia-Iran Sanctions Vote Next Week as Trump Presses 53-Seat Senate GOP
3 articles · Updated · POLITICO · Jul 24
Summary
Next week is the target for Senate Majority Leader John Thune to bring a sanctions bill against Russia and Iran to the floor, as he works to secure an agreement to speed passage.
The measure would center on Russia legislation unveiled last week by Sen. Darline Graham, with Iran provisions added at President Donald Trump’s request.
Thune said talks with Democrats and fellow Republicans are narrowing toward a deal, suggesting the bill’s path depends on bipartisan cooperation as much as GOP support.
The push comes as Trump’s frustration with Thune has intensified over the stalled SAVE America Act, which Thune says lacks the votes even in the Senate GOP’s 53-seat majority.