Congress’ bipartisan agreement to take hard line against Russia

Both Democratic and Republican leaders announced Saturday they’d reached agreement on a bill to codify sanctions from the Obama-era against Russia.

President Donald Trump has sought flexibility to work with Moscow, while lawmakers have pushed for a harder line. A day after the announcement, the White House gave mixed signals, noting the president cold veto it.

A first vote is scheduled for Tuesday in the House.

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