Trump says he'll withhold signature on housing bill until voting restrictions are enacted

President Donald Trump announced he will not sign the pending housing legislation. He linked his refusal to the passage of voting restrictions he President Donald Trump announced he will not sign the pending housing

legislation. He linked his refusal to the passage of voting restrictions he considers unpopular. Trump described the housing bill as “of minor importance.” House Republican leaders, however, praised the measure as a major achievement.

The housing bill aims to address affordable housing issues. The voting restrictions under discussion have drawn criticism from Democrats. Trump's stance ties the two separate policy areas together politically. Observers note

the move could pressure Congress to act on the voting measures.