US Senate advances Lindsey Graham sanctions bill giving Trump sweeping tariff powers
The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed the "Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026" with an 86‑12 vote, moving the legislation to the House of Representatives. The bill, named for the late Senator Lindsey Graham, was supported by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who posted on X after watching the vote from the gallery.
President Donald Trump ordered an amendment to add tariff provisions for Iran, and the measure would grant him authority to impose tariffs of up to 500% on Russian imports such as fertilizers and up to 100% on the largest importers of Russian oil and gas. It also allows 100% tariffs on countries that help Russia evade sanctions, potentially affecting China, India and EU members. The legislation restores trade powers previously stripped by a Supreme Court ruling on Trump’s use of national‑security tariffs.
Analysts warn the expanded tariff powers could trigger retaliation and add uncertainty for businesses worldwide.
Entities: China · Donald Trump · Lindsey Graham · Russian Federation · United States Senate
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- [● 3 SOURCES] The bill now proceeds to the House of Representatives for further deliberation. (Legislation progress)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The legislation restores trade authority previously stripped by a Supreme Court ruling against Trump’s use of tariffs on national‑security grounds. (Legislative background)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 was advanced by the U.S. Senate with a vote of 86 to 12. (Senate vote results)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The bill could impose 100% tariffs on countries that help Russia evade sanctions, potentially affecting China, India and EU members. (Bill provisions)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The bill would allow tariffs up to 100% on the largest importers of Russian oil and gas. (Bill provisions)
- [● 3 SOURCES] President Donald Trump ordered an amendment to include tariffs covering Iran. (Presidential action)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The bill would give the President authority to impose tariffs up to 500% on Russian imports such as fertilizers. (Bill provisions)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy attended the Senate vote and posted on X praising the bill. (Public statement)