Trump opens door to Russian oil. A Reagan-inspired bill could shut it: What is ‘Peace Through Strength Act'?
Trump’s Russian diesel deal faces a congressional challenge as Brian Fitzpatrick proposes the Ronald Reagan Peace Through Strength Act. Here is what the bill means.
Representative Brian Fitzpatrick, a Pennsylvania Republican, plans to introduce a bipartisan bill named the "Ronald Reagan Peace Through Strength Act" to block all purchases of Russian oil. The legislation would force the House floor via a discharge petition, with the aim of bringing it to a vote. Fitzpatrick co-chairs the Congressional Ukraine Caucus and described the bill as bipartisan, although it is unclear which Democrats would support it.
The measure follows President Donald Trump's announcement of a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which promotes lower fuel prices. However, the deal has faced criticism from both parties. Some argue that the arrangement could generate revenue for Russia as its war against Ukraine continues.
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