Blumenthal urges House to pass Russia sanctions amid "extreme urgency" in Ukraine
Summary
Senator Richard Blumenthal urged the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a Senate-approved bill that would impose strong sanctions on Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The bill aims to reduce Russia’s oil and gas revenue, weaken its economy, and limit President Donald Trump’s ability to allow tariff measures against major buyers of Russian energy.Key Facts
- The bill is called The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026.
- It would allow tariffs up to 100% on the top five buyers of Russian oil or natural gas.
- Exceptions apply for countries importing less than 15% of their gas from Russia and actively reducing those imports.
- The Senate passed the bill with a large bipartisan vote of 86 to 11.
- Some House Democrats worry about giving the president more tariff powers.
- The sanctions include targeting Russian oligarchs, financial institutions, and the "shadow fleet" helping Russia trade.
- Russia’s economy is reported to be in crisis with a large deficit and high interest rates on debt.
- Blumenthal is hopeful the House will pass the bill as Ukraine faces daily attacks, including deadly Russian drone strikes.
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