US Senate passes Lindsey Graham sanctions bill targeting Russia, Iran
The United States Senate approved the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by a vote of 86‑11, naming the legislation after the late Republican senator who championed it. The bipartisan measure authorizes the president to impose up to 100 % tariffs on the five largest importers of Russian oil or natural gas, a list that includes China, India and other major buyers. It also imposes primary and secondary sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, banks and the so‑called “shadow fleet,” and extends U.S. sanctions on Iran’s energy and arms sectors through 2031. President Donald Trump is granted authority to set, adjust or suspend the tariffs and related sanctions. Opposition came from Senator Rand Paul, who warned that tariffs on super‑power purchasers could undermine U.S. strategic interests. The bill now proceeds to the House of Representatives for further action.
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- [● 8 SOURCES] Senator Rand Paul opposed the tariff provisions, arguing they could harm U.S. strategic interests. (multiple articles)
- [● 8 SOURCES] The bill authorizes up to 100 % tariffs on the five largest importers of Russian oil or natural gas. (multiple articles)
- [● 8 SOURCES] The legislation includes primary and secondary sanctions on Russian officials, oligarchs, banks and the “shadow fleet.” (multiple articles)
- [● 8 SOURCES] President Donald Trump is given authority to impose, adjust, or suspend the tariffs and sanctions under the bill. (multiple articles)
- [● 8 SOURCES] The US Senate passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 with a vote of 86‑11. (multiple articles)
- [● 8 SOURCES] The bill now proceeds to the US House of Representatives for consideration. (multiple articles)
- [● 8 SOURCES] The bill extends U.S. sanctions on Iran’s energy and arms sectors until 2031. (multiple articles)
- [● 8 SOURCES] The legislation is named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham. (multiple articles)