US House passes Russia sanctions bill giving Trump more power to impose sweeping tariffs

US House passes a Russia sanctions bill 261-159, targeting officials and key economic pillars. Experts warn it could give Trump broader tariff powers.

Published on: Sep 17, 2026, 04:05:39 IST

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The US House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy. The bill, experts fear, will give Trump power to impose more sweeping tariffs, potentially sending shockwaves through the economy. 261 House Reps said 'Yes' while 159 said 'No.'

President Donald Trump salutes as he boards Air Force One, Wednesday, Sept. 16. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The bill, named after late Senator Lindsay Graham Russian President Vladimir Putin of the financial resources needed to wage the war against Ukraine.

The bill is named after the late Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, who spent more than a year working on it. If the House passes the bill, it will go to President Donald Trump to be signed into law.

(with inputs from AP)

This story is being updated.

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