The legislation gives President Trump authority to impose tariffs on nations that purchase Russian oil and gas. The House of Representatives voted to pass legislation, named for the…
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U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Russia’s VTB
The financial institution was assisting Iran in evading sanctions. The Departments of State and Treasury announced that the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) placed sanctions on Russia’s VTB Bank…
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Secretary of the Army Resigns
Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll submitted his resignation to President Donald Trump on Monday evening. The Army secretary had policy disagreements with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Secretary…
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State Department Announces Russia’s Humanitarian Release of U.S. Marine
President Trump stated that Russia did not request a prisoner exchange due to the condition of the American’s health. The State Department announced Russia’s release of former U.S.…
Read MoreSenate Passes Sanctions on Russia
The measure was one of the late Senator Graham’s top priorities. The U.S. Senate passed a sanctions package against Russia on Friday. The late Senator Lindsey Graham had…
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First Lady Melania Trump Reunites More Ukrainian Children with Their Families
She continued her humanitarian work on behalf of those affected by the war. First Lady Melania Trump conducted a fifth round of Ukrainian and Russian child reunifications with…
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U.S. Expands Sanctions Against IRGC Aviation Network
Those at the focus of the sanctions have supported a regime airline and a tech company. The State Department announced new sanctions against six entities and individuals in…
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Senate Confirms New Director of National Intelligence
The acting director had continued with declassifications and staff downsizing. The U.S. Senate confirmed former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Walter “Jay” Clayton as…
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President Trump Lifts Sanctions from Turkey at NATO Summit
He indicated that the U.S. is considering readmitting Turkey to the F-35 fighter jet program. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. would lift sanctions on Turkey, the…
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Treasury Secretary Extends Waiver on Russian Sanctions
The waiver allowing the sale of Russian oil has been extended for another 30 days, and is expected to generate about $150 million per day. U.S. Treasury Secretary…
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