House Advances Russia Sanctions and Ukraine Aid in 218-204 Vote, Defying Trump

2 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Jun 3

A 218-204 House vote moved forward a bill pairing new Ukraine aid with sweeping sanctions on Russia, after six Republicans and one allied independent joined Democrats.
The measure targets Russia's oil and gas sector — a main source of wartime revenue — and broadens penalties on banks, companies and governments that help Moscow evade existing restrictions.
It would also revoke a sanctions waiver Trump approved earlier this year, sharpening a direct clash with a White House that says Congress should not limit his room to negotiate with Moscow.
The bill still must pass the House and clear a divided Senate, and Trump could veto it if it reaches his desk, underscoring the uncertain path from bipartisan pressure to law.

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House Forces Vote on $1.3 Billion Ukraine Aid: Discharge Petition Exposes GOP Divisions and Tests U.S. Foreign Policy in 2026

Overview

On May 13, 2026, a bipartisan coalition in the U.S. House used a rare discharge petition to force a vote on the Ukraine Support Act, H.R. 2913, which proposes $1.3 billion in aid for Ukraine. This move bypassed the usual committee process and challenged Speaker Mike Johnson’s control over the legislative agenda. The petition, requiring 218 signatures, highlighted deep divisions within the House and signaled a significant rebuke to party leadership. The Ukraine Support Act aims to provide critical support to Ukraine while increasing pressure on Russia, reflecting shifting priorities and tensions in U.S. foreign policy.

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