U.S. President Donald Trump signed a bill targeting Russia's energy sector, including India and China, with up to 100% tariffs on imports of Russian oil and gas. The legislation, named after Senator Lindsey Graham, was passed by both chambers of Congress with bipartisan support.
The bill, which was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on September 16, 2026, authorizes Trump to impose tariffs on the top five countries that import Russian oil and gas, including India and China. It also targets Russian officials, financial institutions, and energy sector actors.
The legislation aims to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine and extend sanctions on Iran. It also grants Trump broad powers to waive sanctions in the national interest, raising concerns among some lawmakers about its impact on U.S. trade relations with allies.
The bill was named after Senator Lindsey Graham, who died in July 2026, and was supported by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who called for full implementation of the law to honor Graham's memory.