Tariffs and Tensions: What's Behind the New Sanctions Bill The recent passage of the Lindsey O'Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 has sparked intense debate in Washington, pitting lawmakers against each other over granting President Trump greater authority to impose tariffs on Russian energy buyers.
On the surface, this seems like another iteration of the Russia Ukraine stalemate, but a closer look reveals complex dynamics at play.
The bill itself is a watered down version of what was initially proposed, targeting Russia's energy exports.