The Republican introduced the bill to the Senate.
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Washington A bill by Republican Senator Ted Cruz on sanctions against the controversial Nord Stream 2 natural gas pipeline has failed in Congress. The bill did not receive the necessary votes for the further legislative process in the Senate on Thursday. It provided for the imposition of punitive measures against Nord Stream 2 AG within 15 days.
On the other hand, Democratic Senator Robert Menendez presented an alternative proposal on Wednesday, which also enjoys the support of his party colleague President Joe Biden. Comprehensive sanctions are planned against Russian government officials, military officials and banks should Russia commit an act hostile to Ukraine.
Numerous US lawmakers from both parties reject the pipeline. They fear that this will make Europe too dependent on the government in Moscow.
More: Pros & Cons – Should Berlin use Nord Stream 2 to increase the pressure on Moscow?
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