Senate Votes 86-11 to Punish Russia's Oil Buyers, Bill Goes to House

Senate Votes 86-11 to Punish Russia's Oil Buyers, Bill Goes to House

The Senate voted 86-11 on August 7, 2026, to pass a bill named for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. It would charge taxes of up to 100% on goods from the top five buyers of Russian oil and gas, including China and India, and punish Russian leaders. The House now takes up the bill.

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