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US Senators unveil sweeping Russia sanctions bill; name India among nations facing possible tariffs

Colleagues credited Graham with driving the bill’s development and called for its passage in his memory.

US Senators unveil sweeping Russia sanctions bill; name India among nations facing possible tariffs
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This article1 analysis · Oct 3, 2026
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A bipartisan group of senators announced a Russia sanctions bill that could authorize tariffs on five countries, including India, for buying Russian oil. The bill follows the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, whom colleagues credited with driving its development.

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

Late senator and negotiator whose name is associated with the bill

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Richard Blumenthal
D · CT · SEN

Lead Democratic sponsor of the Russia sanctions bill

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President whose administration endorsed the bill

James E. Risch
R · ID · SEN

Senator who pushed for a provision targeting Russia’s shadow fleet

Katie Boyd Britt
R · AL · SEN

Senator who joined the bill’s announcement

Jeanne Shaheen
D · NH · SEN

Senator who joined the bill’s announcement

Ted Cruz
R · TX · SEN

Senator who urged colleagues to pass the bill

Roger F. Wicker
R · MS · SEN

Senator who joined the announcement and praised Graham’s role

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Senators Introduce Russia Sanctions Bill Developed by Lindsey Graham

Senators unveiled a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill that Lindsey Graham had worked on before his death. Center outlets detail the bill’s sanctions and potential tariffs, while noting calls to pass it in Graham’s honor. Right-leaning outlets connect the measure to Graham’s legacy and note presidential discretion over sanctions and concerns about its prospects.

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