Aug 7
Bipartisan Senate bill sanctions Russian energy exports and senior government officials
The legislation seeks to cripple the Kremlin's war effort by penalizing countries that purchase Russian energy exports. Negotiated by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, the sweeping sanctions package also mandates sanctions on senior Russian government officials. Supporters claim these measures will curtail Russia's primary source of income during a critical turning point. The 86-11 vote reflects a bipartisan commitment to the Ukrainian people. This action marks a significant escalation in the sanctions response to the invasion. Standing with the Ukrainian people has never been more important than nowSenate passes sweeping Russia sanctions bill negotiated by the late Sen. Lindsey GrahamSenate passes a bipartisan bill by an 86-11 vote to impose mandatory sanctions on senior Russian government officialsSenate passes a bipartisan bill imposing new sanctions on Russia
