House passes Russia sanctions bill named for late senator Graham

The House of Representatives passed a bill to increase sanctions on Russia and Iran, named in honor of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a strong advocate for Ukraine. The legislation, which passed 262-159 in the House and 86-11 in the Senate, now awaits President Donald Trump's signature. Senator Darline Graham, who succeeded her brother, stated, "Today is a monumental day for peace." The measure targets Russia's energy sector, allowing penalties on its top oil and gas buyers, and extends sanctions on Iran. Representative Michael McCaul (R-Texas) commented that the bill "will cripple the Russian war machine and finally bring Putin to the negotiating table." Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had urged lawmakers to support the legislation during Graham's funeral in July.