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Live: Explosions shake Kyiv as US Congress advances new sanctions on Moscow

The US House on Wednesday passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy as lawmakers look to deprive President Vladimir Putin of the financial resources needed to wage the war against Ukraine. Loud explosions were heard across Kyiv overnight on Wednesday into Thursday as authorities issued a missile alert, an AFP journalist reported. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

France 24•FRANCE 2417 Sept

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Congress passes sweeping US sanctions bill targeting Russia

The sanctions bill may escalate U.S.-Russia tensions, complicating diplomatic efforts and reducing the likelihood of a near-term ceasefire.

CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez17 Sept

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Congress passes sweeping US sanctions bill targeting Russia

The bill marks the first time in more than two years the US Congress has passed legislation supporting Ukraine

Al Jazeera17 Sept

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US House passes Russia sanctions bill, handing Trump more leverage against Moscow

The vote ends a nearly two-year pause in Ukraine assistance from Congress.

POLITICO Europe•Giselle Ruhiyyih Ewing16 Sept

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US Congress passes Russia sanctions bill

The sanctions package is considered the most substantial US legislative effort against Moscow since Trump returned to the White House. Measures in the bill could lead to secondary sanctions on India, China and Iran.

Deutsche Welle16 Sept

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US lawmakers pass bill giving Trump more power to sanction Russia and its enablers

Act divides Democrats and Republicans, with some saying it gives president power that could be turned against US allies The US Congress has passed a sweeping bill allowing Donald Trump to raise tariffs on top buyers of Russian energy and issue other punishing sanctions against the Kremlin following a pitched battle between lawmakers backing Ukraine and sceptics worried the bill gives the president too much power. The Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 passed in a 262-159 vote on the last day before Congress goes on recess ahead of the midterm elections. Graham, who died earlier this year, co-authored and submitted the bill more than a year and a half ago. Continue reading...

The Guardian•Andrew Roth16 Sept

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US House holds billionaire Epstein associate Leon Black in contempt of Congress

The US House of Representatives on Wednesday held billionaire investor Leon Black in contempt of Congress for defying two subpoenas in its investigation into sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The measure passed by unanimous consent and will be referred to the Justice Department, which will decide whether to pursue criminal charges.

France 24•FRANCE 2416 Sept

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Congress Clears Russia Sanctions Bill, Sending It to Trump

The bipartisan measure targets financing for Russia’s war against Ukraine as attacks intensify. It passed the House over the objections of Democrats who opposed handing President Trump new tariff powers.

The New York Times•Robert Jimison16 Sept

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Durbin pours cold water on Democratic hopes for SCOTUS hardball

The top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee said that any future Supreme Court nominees should get a vote, regardless of which party controls Congress.

Courthouse News•Kelsey Reichmann16 Sept

Congress Gets a “Film and TV Caucus”: Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Push for More U.S. Production

U.S. Representatives Brian Jack, Laura Friedman, Nathaniel Moran, Linda Sánchez, Nicole Malliotakis and Tom Suozzi are co-founding the group.

The Hollywood Reporter•Katie Kilkenny16 Sept

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Saylor Sees Bitcoin Winning as Regulators Move Without Congress

Bitcoin can continue gaining institutional ground even with the CLARITY Act stalled in Congress, according to Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor. He expects regulators to advance rules under existing law and banks to expand bitcoin custody and loans. Saylor Says Bitcoin Progress Does Not Depend on Congress Bitcoin’s integration into the U.S. financial system can […]

Bitcoin.com News•Kevin Helms16 Sept

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House votes to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress in Epstein probe

The House of Representatives has voted to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress for defying two subpoenas issued in the House Oversight Committee's Epstein probe.

ABC News16 Sept

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House holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress

Billionaire investor Leon Black refused to appear before the committee investigating convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein for a deposition. Now it's up to the Department of Justice whether to pursue criminal charges.

NPR•Ava Berger16 Sept

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House holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress

The House of Representatives has held billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress after he refused to provide additional information on his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

NPR•Ava Berger16 Sept

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Billionaire Leon Black held in contempt of Congress by House over Epstein investigation

Black's lawyers have denounced the Oversight Committee's pursuit of the former head of a private equity firm as an abuse of congressional power

The Independent•Lisa Mascaro16 Sept

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Senate panel advances farm bill following McConnell’s return

The Senate Agriculture Committee passed “Farm Bill 2.0” out of committee on Wednesday following Sen. Mitch McConnell’s (R- Ky.) return to Congress.  The vote passed 12-11 along party lines. Despite Democratic opposition, the bill was able to move forward once McConnell returned to the panel this week.  The senator was previously absent from Congress following…

The Hill•Mira Bhakta16 Sept

CLARITY Act could get another shot during lame-duck session, policy advocate says

Digital Sovereignty Alliance managing director Adrian Wall said senators from both parties are considering another attempt to advance the crypto market structure bill before the current Congress ends.

Cointelegraph•Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar16 Sept

Ripple CEO Sees Reason for Crypto Optimism After CLARITY Act Defeat

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says there is still reason for optimism about U.S. crypto after the CLARITY Act failed to advance, pointing to continued SEC and CFTC rulemaking while stressing that the company’s business momentum remains intact. Garlinghouse Looks Beyond Failed Senate Vote Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is looking beyond Congress after the CLARITY Act […]

Bitcoin.com News•Kevin Helms16 Sept

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House moves to hold Leon Black in contempt of Congress over Epstein interview

The House swiftly approved a motion to hold billionaire investor Leon Black in contempt of Congress after he failed to appear for a deposition on his ties to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, passing the referral to the Justice Department through unanimous consent. The House Oversight Committee unanimously agreed to hold Black in contempt…

The Hill•Rebecca Beitsch16 Sept

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Tucker Carlson claims Trump gave direct order for Epstein files ‘cover up’

Trump’s former ally says the president sought to prevent the release of the Epstein files before Congress passed a law to publish them

The Independent•Alex Woodward16 Sept

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