Trump Signs Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act into Law, Targeting Oil and Gas Imports
What happened
The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 was signed into law by Trump on September 21, 2026. The bill had previously been passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate. The new law grants the administration the power to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries that purchase Russian oil and gas.
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Why it matters
The legislation was introduced to increase economic pressure on Russia due to its invasion of Ukraine. The potential tariffs could expose major buyers, such as India and China, to higher duties on their exports to the United States, which is a major market for Indian textile and apparel exporters.
The consideration of sanctions against Russia was part of efforts to aid Ukraine against Russian attacks.
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Who's involved
- house of representativesThe legislative body that passed the bill, the House of Representatives.
- senateThe upper chamber of the legislature that needed to pass the bill.
- Curtis TrentA member of the House of Representatives.
- John McGuireA member of the House of Representatives.
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The House of Representatives considered sanctions against Russia's aggression to help Ukraine against Russian attacks.Also in this story
- Chris Coons supports Ukrainian leadership and aid, advocating for tougher sanctions against Russian targets.
- Lindsey Graham's efforts inspired the House of Representatives to pass H.R. 2913, an aid and sanctions bill targeting Russia.
- A bill has been introduced that authorizes over $1 billion in emergency security and reconstruction funding for Ukraine and mandates escalating sanctions on Russian financial institutions.
- Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure and public trust.
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Related events
- The House of Representatives passed a bipartisan sanctions bill against Russia and faces potential impeachment resolution regarding the Defense Secretary.
- Tariffs targeting Russian oil buyers and legislation extending sanctions involving Iran are being considered in the House of Representatives.
- The House of Representatives passed the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, while India continues to purchase Russian energy products.
- Zelensky seeks to compel Russia to end the war as the House approves sanctions against Russia, following Russian shelling of Sumy energy facilities.