Senate Passes Long-Stalled Russia Sanctions Bill Championed by Lindsey Graham

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The Senate passed a bill for new sanctions on Russia with an 86-11 vote.
The legislation was a priority for the late Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham and was co-sponsored by Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
The bill allows the president to impose tariffs of up to 100% on the top five purchasers of Russian oil or natural gas.
It also includes sanctions on Russian President Vladimir Putin, his officials, oligarchs, and Russian banks.
Sanctions on Iran's energy and weapons sectors are also included.
The bill faces potential delays in the House due to its August recess and some Democratic skepticism about tariff provisions.

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