"US House Rejects Republican Hardliners' Attempt to Lift Sanctions"
The Republican-controlled US House of Representatives rejected a bid by hardline conservatives to end five presidential emergency declarations that allow for sanctions against America's enemies in the Middle East and Africa. The resolutions, brought forth by four Republican Representatives, were overwhelmingly rejected after concerns were raised about unfreezing assets of militia leaders, arms dealers, and accused war criminals, as well as denying compensation to US victims of terrorism. The hardliners argued that the emergency declarations were outdated and represented the "deep state." This move is part of a broader effort by hardline conservatives to force votes on controversial measures and pressure House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on various issues.