Senate Passes Strong Sanctions Bill to Crush Russian War Machine and Stand with American Interests
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The Senate overwhelmingly approved a bipartisan sanctions bill empowering the president to impose tough tariffs on countries buying Russian oil and gas, striking a blow against Putin’s aggression and defending America’s leadership.
In a decisive move to defend American interests and confront Russian aggression, the Senate voted 86-11 on Friday to pass a bipartisan sanctions bill that authorizes the president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries importing Russian oil and natural gas, including adversaries like China and India. The legislation also strengthens sanctions on Iran and targets senior Russian officials, aiming to cut off the financial lifeline fueling Putin’s brutal war in Ukraine.
This bold measure was first championed by South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham, a stalwart defender of American security, who passed away in July. Before his death, Graham met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and secured a deal with the White House to advance the bill, demonstrating unwavering commitment to stopping Russian tyranny. Senate colleagues have since announced the bill will be named in his honor, recognizing his legacy of strength.
"My late brother Lindsey was a foreign policy and national security expert. He was also a peace maker who was determined to bring an end to the conflict in Ukraine," said Sen. Darline Graham, R-S.C., on the Senate floor.
"The war against Ukraine is primarily funded by the revenue Russia rakes in from energy sales. Without these profits the ability to fund the war would be crippled. This legislation hits Putin where it hurts," she added.
The bill now heads to the House, where Speaker Mike Johnson and President Trump have expressed strong support. While some Democrats have raised concerns about giving the president new tariff powers, this legislation is a necessary step to cripple Russia’s war machine and assert American leadership on the world stage.