House clears Russia sanctions as Republicans dodge impeachment vote

By: Benjamin J. Hulac, Washington Correspondent

Outlets: NJ Spotlight

Published: September 18, 2026

Words: 971

Last Updated: 1 hour, 13 minutes ago

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WASHINGTON — Legislation to impose financial sanctions against Russia, Iran and individual political leaders in both nations is cleared for President Trump’s signature after a bipartisan vote.

The House voted 269 to 159 on Wednesday to pass the bill, sending the bipartisan measure to the White House as part of a last-gasp flurry of legislative activity before the mid-term elections in November.

To avoid an impeachment vote about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth — a resolution …

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