On July 19, 2026, President Trump called on Congress to include Iran in a bipartisan sanctions bill targeting Russia. This request was made in honor of the bill's late author, former Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.). The sanctions bill was first introduced in April 2025 and has gained renewed attention after being stalled in Congress as Trump engages in negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Trump urges Congress to include Iran in Russia sanctions bill
President Trump has requested that Congress add Iran to a bipartisan sanctions bill aimed at Russia, in tribute to the late Senator Lindsey Graham. The bill, initially introduced in April 2025, has recently gained traction after a period of stagnation.
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