Bipartisan Sanctions Target Russia and Iran | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 29, 2026 · 1m

The Senate just passed a historic bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russia and Iran, honoring Senator Lindsey Graham’s legacy while rallying support from both parties. With Ukrainian President Zelenskyy personally lobbying lawmakers before the vote, the bill aims to cripple Russia’s war machine by hitting oligarchs, officials, and its circumvention fleet — while also pressuring Iran’s energy and weapons sectors. A controversial provision grants the president power to impose tariffs on countries buying Russian oil or gas, sparking debate over inflation risks — though supporters argue it’s…