Compared on: Donald Trump
Background: The Hill reported on Oct. 19 that legislation named after Lindsey Graham included a decision to waive Russian sanctions.
THE CLAIM · OCT 22, 2026
“he backed off a key part of Lindsey Graham's legacy: Russian sanctions”
As reported by Kaitlan Collins (The Source) · Read the post
THE RECORD · OCT 19, 2026
“Lindsey Graham’s (R-S.C.) legacy following his decision to waive Russian sanctions included in legislation named after the senator.”
The Hill · Wall Street Journal editorial board: Trump ‘stuck a shiv in the back’ of... · Read
THE RECORD · OCT 17, 2026
“subject to the exceptions set forth in section 114 of the Graham Act and the waivers issued in section 4 of this order.”
Implementing the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 · Read
RECORD AGREES
The Hill reported on October 19 that Trump waived Russian sanctions in legislation named for Graham. A White House order issued October 17 implements duties related to Russian oil-sanctions evasion while referencing exceptions and waivers under the Graham Act.
