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Lawmakers Push Sanctions on Russia Amid Funding Bill Delays

9/14/2025

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U.S. lawmakers Lindsey Graham and Brian Fitzpatrick advocate for sanctions on Russia tied to a government funding bill.
Their proposal targets countries like India and China for buying Russian oil during the Ukraine conflict.
They stress the need for bipartisan support, asserting, "Time is of the essence."
President Trump backs the sanctions but insists NATO allies should halt Russian oil purchases first.
The bill, with 85 co-sponsors, has encountered delays in Congress.

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U.S. lawmakers Lindsey Graham and Brian Fitzpatrick advocate for sanctions on Russia tied to a government funding bill.
Their proposal targets countries like India and China for buying Russian oil during the Ukraine conflict.
They stress the need for bipartisan support, asserting, "Time is of the essence."
President Trump backs the sanctions but insists NATO allies should halt Russian oil purchases first.
The bill, with 85 co-sponsors, has encountered delays in Congress.