Senate Overwhelmingly Passes Russia Sanctions Bill The US Senate has passed a bill imposing fresh sanctions on Russia by an overwhelming majority of 98 2.
The legislation penalizes Russia for its alleged interference in the 2016 presidential election and continued aggression in Ukraine.
What's at Stake: Understanding the Russia Sanctions Bill The sanctions aim to limit Russian access to US capital markets, restrict the sale of dual use technologies, and impose new restrictions on oil exports.