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Trump backs Russia sanctions bill that has languished in Congress

The White House confirmed Trump supports Graham’s sanctions bill, though it stopped short of a full-throated endorsement.

Trump backs Russia sanctions bill that has languished in Congress
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This article1 analysis · Oct 11, 2026
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The White House said President Trump supports Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill, but the measure still has not been taken up in Congress. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he may pursue a discharge petition to force a House vote.

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who supports the Russia sanctions bill

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Representative advocating for the sanctions bill and a possible discharge petition

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Lindsey Graham
Former U.S. Senator (R-SC)

Senator and sponsor of the Russia sanctions bill

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Mike Johnson
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House Speaker involved in the question of which chamber should take up the bill

John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate Majority Leader involved in the question of which chamber should take up the bill

ALSO MENTIONED  Jared Kushner, Participant in a proposal for ending the war in Ukraine; Nicolás Maduro, Venezuelan leader captured by U.S. forces; Steve Witkoff, U.S. special envoy involved in proposals to end the war; Vladimir Putin, Russian president whose government is the target of the proposed sanctions

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Trump Backs Graham’s Russia Sanctions Bill

Outlets agree that Trump supports Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill, which would target countries that buy Russian energy. Center outlets focus on the bill’s potential reach, including possible tariffs and effects on India. Right-leaning outlets report Trump’s backing and the bill’s status, while one account presents the proposal as strategic pressure on Russia.

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