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Blumenthal urges House to pass Russia sanctions amid "extreme urgency" in Ukraine
Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut urged the House to approve the Senate-passed Russia sanctions bill amid a "moment of extreme urgency" in the war in Ukraine.
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- Why it matters
- The House has not yet voted on a Senate-passed Russia sanctions bill, and this public call signals pressure to move it forward during active conflict.
- Most affected
- Russian entities and officials — Face new U.S. sanctions if the House passes the legislation.
U.S. allies in Europe — Potential coordinated sanctions pressure against Russia could follow House passage. - Likely next
- Whether the House schedules and holds a vote on the Senate-passed Russia sanctions bill.
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