US Congressional Bill to Impose New Sanctions on Russia May Stall

A new bill aimed at imposing sanctions on Russia may stall in the US House of Representatives due to concerns over the broad powers it grants President Donald Trump on tariffs. According to a Reuters report citing congressional sources, Democratic and some Republican members are objecting to the bill, which they claim could lead to chaos and tax increases. Key Democratic members of the Senate and House trade committees, Ron Wyden and Richard Neal, have warned that the bill could fuel inflation in the US. Experts and diplomats are also warning that the bill could give Trump the power to unilaterally impose tariffs on any country, potentially disrupting bilateral economic relations and undermining international coalitions. The bill’s approval process has been delayed due to the House of Representatives’ summer recess, which is set to last until August 31.