The U.S. House of Representatives passes a sanctions bill on Wednesday targeting Russia and Iran, and sends it to President Donald Trump for signature. Multiple outlets describe the legislation as sweeping and aimed at increasing economic pressure on Russia amid its invasion of Ukraine.
The bill is associated with late Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, with outlets noting it is named in his honor and presented as his final effort. CBS and others add that Graham had announced a deal with the White House before his death, and that the measure overcomes Democratic opposition in the House. NPR specifies that the bill authorizes the president to impose tariffs on top importers of Russian oil and natural gas, including countries such as China and India.
Outlets largely align on the outcome—House passage and presidential review—and on the bill’s main thrust of sanctions plus added trade tools. Differences are mostly in framing, including emphasis on Graham’s role and the steps needed to move the legislation forward after his death.
