Senate Majority Leader John Thune to Add Iran Sanctions to Russia Sanctions Bill
Following President Trump's call, Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced plans to include sanctions targeting Iran in the ongoing Russia sanctions legislation.
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Following President Trump's call, Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced plans to include sanctions targeting Iran in the ongoing Russia sanctions legislation.
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