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But Putin is proving to be tougher than he realized.

Future progress could be much tougher, due in large part to a slowing economy that is reducing funding for homeless-services and programs.

Some Republicans on the congressional committee praised Farage, but he received a tougher reception from Democratic representatives.

"Bills are high. Getting ahead feels tougher. You put more in, get less out. That has to change," she said.

The move forms part of wider changes to sentencing policy, including measures to stop prison overcrowding, such as including Texas-style earned release sentences and tougher community punishment.