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Trump Pushes Bold 500% Tariff on Russian Oil Imports

6/30/2025

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Senator Lindsey Graham revealed that President Trump is ready to push for a Senate vote on a bold sanctions bill aimed at countries purchasing Russian oil, with voting anticipated after the July recess. The proposed legislation includes a staggering 500% tariff on these imports. Interestingly, polls indicate that around half of Americans back these sanctions, even as Trump hesitates to enforce them.

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Senator Lindsey Graham revealed that President Trump is ready to push for a Senate vote on a bold sanctions bill aimed at countries purchasing Russian oil, with voting anticipated after the July recess. The proposed legislation includes a staggering 500% tariff on these imports. Interestingly, polls indicate that around half of Americans back these sanctions, even as Trump hesitates to enforce them.