Congress is making significant strides towards introducing new sanctions against Russia, with key Republican senators, including Lindsey Graham and John Thune, actively pushing a bipartisan bill. Speaker Mike Johnson has also indicated his openness to the sanctions proposal. President Trump has voiced his support for the measure, despite presenting some caveats. As tensions rise, Trump has intensified his rhetoric against Russian President Putin, further encouraging legislative action. A sense of urgency surrounds the potential sanctions, with discussions about a sweeping tariff on countries like India and China that engage in Russian energy trade. Both the Senate and Trump are aligned in their efforts to send a strong message to Russia.