Senate passes Russia sanctions bill pushed by late Sen. Lindsey Graham
The U.S. Senate has passed a bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russian oil and gas exports to pressure the Kremlin regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. The legislation, championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, also includes provisions for sanctions against Iran.
Why it matters
This move represents a significant legislative effort to maintain international pressure on Russia and demonstrates continued U.S. commitment to Ukraine's defense.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate overwhelmingly approved a punishing Russian sanctions package Friday, the result of a yearlong campaign by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham to reinforce U.S. support for Ukraine and try to force President Vladimir Putin’s hand as the grinding war drags on.
The bipartisan legislation, which passed 86-11, would penalize countries that continue to buy Russian oil, gas and other exports seeking to deprive Putin of revenues fueling the war. It comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the Capitol last week following Graham’s funeral , met with senators from both parties and watched from the gallery as the Senate took the first procedural votes.
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