Congress Will Push for a Tougher Foreign Policy

Congress Will Push for a Tougher Foreign Policy

Those allies who fret about America turning inward may cheer to see Republicans in key committees trying to restore some funds cut from the Pentagon’s budget, pushing for rebels in Syria to receive more help and backing more ambitious moves against Islamic State (IS). Senator John McCain of Arizona, who is in line to chair the Senate Armed Services Committee, has demanded arms for Ukraine in its fight against Russian-backed separatists, as well as tougher sanctions against Russia. Some colleagues are more cautious. Any congressional action will not be swift.

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