Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions bill negotiated by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham
Summary
The U.S. Senate has passed a strong sanctions bill aimed at punishing Russia for its war in Ukraine. The bill, supported by both parties and linked to the late Senator Lindsey Graham, targets countries buying Russian oil and gas to cut off funds for Russia’s military actions.Key Facts
- The Senate approved the Russian sanctions bill by a large vote of 86-11.
- The bill targets countries that import Russian oil, gas, and exports to reduce Putin’s war funding.
- President Donald Trump supports the bill and urged the House of Representatives to vote on it.
- The sanctions allow tariffs on the top five buyers of Russian energy, including China and India.
- Countries importing less than 15% of their natural gas from Russia can receive exceptions if they are cutting back.
- The bill also sanctions Russian leaders, financial institutions, and oil tankers that avoid previous sanctions.
- Former Senator Lindsey Graham led efforts to create the bill before his sudden death.
- Senator Darline Graham was appointed to her brother Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat and supports ending the war in Ukraine.
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