IDOn September 19, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump signed into law a comprehensive sanctions package targeting Russia, known as the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act. The legislation, which passed Congress with bipartisan support (Senate 86-11, House 262-159), introduces new sanctions against Russian officials, military personnel, and entities supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine. It also grants Trump authority to impose tariffs on countries continuing to purchase Russian energy or assist Moscow in evading sanctions. The law targets Russia’s economic sectors, including banks and its 'shadow fleet' of oil tankers, aiming to cut off revenue streams for Moscow. While the bill includes provisions to maintain sanctions on Iran until 2031, some Democratic lawmakers expressed concerns about granting Trump broad discretionary power over tariffs and sanctions enforcement.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the legislative process and content of the sanctions bill in a balanced manner, citing bipartisan support and noting criticisms from some Democrats. It avoids overtly positive or negative language toward Trump or his policies, focusing instead on factual reporting of the law’s条款
