Washington, Sept. 18 -- Congressman Scott Franklin issued the following press release:
Congressman Scott Franklin (FL-18) issued the following statement after supporting House passage of H.R. 5334, the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026:
"Russia continues to finance its war in Ukraine through energy exports while relying on countries that help Moscow evade sanctions. That money allows Russia to strengthen its military and continue waging hostilities.
"Using America's economic strength to cut off that funding is commonsense national security. This bill increases pressure on Russia's energy and financial sectors and imposes consequences on countries that continue major purchases of Russian energy or help Moscow get a...