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WASHINGTON The White House indicated on Sunday that President Trump would accept new legislation imposing sanctions on Russia and curtailing his authority to lift them on his own, a striking turnaround after a broad revolt in Congress by lawmakers of both parties who distrusted his friendly approach to Moscow and sought to tie his hands.
Congressional leaders said Saturday that they had reached agreement on legislation intended to punish Russia for its interference in last years presidential election and its aggression toward its neighbors, despite objections raised by the administration that it would inappropriately infringe on the presidents ability to direct foreign policy. The new White House press secretary said on Sunday that adjustments made to the bill were enough to satisfy the presidents concerns.
The administration is supportive of being tough on Russia, particularly in putting these sanctions in place, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, who was promoted to press secretary on Friday, said on This Week on ABC News. The original piece of legislation was poorly written, but we were able to work with the House and Senate, and the administration is happy with the ability to do that and make those changes that were necessary and we support where the legislation is now.
Still, there seemed to be confusion among the presidents advisers. Anthony Scaramucci, the new White House communications director, said on another show that the president had not made up his mind whether to sign the measure. Youve got to ask President Trump that, he said on State of the Union on CNN. Its my second or third day on the job. My guess is hes going to make that decision shortly. He added, He hasnt made the decision yet to sign that bill one way or the other.
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