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Claim Text: "Count me deeply opposed to the tariff provisions of the new Russia sanctions bill," added Peter Harrell of Georgetown University's Institute of International Economic Law.
Simplified Text: Peter Harrell of Georgetown University's Institute of International Economic Law stated his deep opposition to the tariff provisions of the new Russia sanctions bill.
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Claim Maker: Peter Harrell
Context Type: News Article
Context Details: { "law": "Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026", "person": "Peter Harrell", "organization": "Georgetown University's Institute of International Economic Law" }
Subject Tags: Politics Legislation Commentary
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Created: September 17, 2026 at 10:04 PM (3 weeks ago)
Last Updated: September 17, 2026 at 10:04 PM (3 weeks ago)

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A Russia Sanctions Bill Would Give Trump Vast New Tariff Powers

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https://reason.com/2026/09/17/a-russia-sanctions-bill-would-give-trump-vast-new-tariff-powers

A new bill, passed by both the House and Senate, would grant President Trump broad authority to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on countries importing Russian oil or facilitating sanctions evasion. Critics argue this expands presidential power at Congress's expense and could be misused for protectionist aims.

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