Trump signs bill imposing sanctions on Russia and giving him more power to levy tariffs
President Trump has signed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, which imposes new sanctions on Russia and grants the executive branch broad authority to levy tariffs. The legislation aims to pressure Russia to end its war in Ukraine while targeting its energy export networks.
Why it matters
The bill significantly shifts trade policy and foreign relations, granting the president increased unilateral power to influence global energy markets and international sanctions.
Trump answers questions after announcing new ‘most favored nation’ pricing for some drugs in the Oval Office on 18 September 2026, in Washington DC. Trump answers questions after announcing new ‘most favored nation’ pricing for some drugs in the Oval Office on 18 September 2026, in Washington DC. Donald Trump Trump signs bill imposing sanctions on Russia and giving him more power to levy tariffs Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act signed into law two days after House passed it in bipartisan vote
Prefer the Guardian on Google Donald Trump on Friday signed legislation enabling sweeping sanctions on Russia aimed at pressing it into ending its war with Ukraine, and also giving him the power to impose additional tariffs on countries breaking the embargo.
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