U.S. Sanctions on Russia 'Long Overdue,' Penn Biden Center's Carpenter Says

The transcript discusses President Trump's mandatory sanctions on Russia due to their use of chemical weapons, highlighting the legal obligations and the impact on US-Russia relations. It explores the economic effects on Russia, the potential for further sanctions, and the lack of consensus among US allies. The discussion also touches on the effectiveness of sanctions in changing Russian behavior and the geopolitical implications.

What prompted the Trump administration to act on the sanctions against Russia?

• A new international treaty

• Pressure from the Republican chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee

• A direct order from President Trump

• A request from the United Nations

What is the primary reason for the negative direction in US-Russia relations?

• Russia's economic growth

• Russia's continued aggressive actions

• US withdrawal from international agreements

• Increased trade between the US and Russia

How have the Obama administration's sanctions affected the Russian economy?

• They caused an immediate collapse of the ruble

• They had a gradual suffocating effect

• They led to a significant increase in Russian exports

• They resulted in a rapid economic recovery

What is one reason why Russia might not have further invaded Ukraine?

• Fear of significant costs from sanctions

• A strong Russian economy

• Support from the European Union

• A peace treaty with Ukraine

What is a major challenge in forming a unified strategy against Russia among US allies?

• Lack of military resources

• Geographical distance

• Different economic interests and policies

• Language barriers

What type of sanctions could have a significant impact on the Kremlin's decision-making?

• Sanctions on Russian sports teams

• Sanctions on Russian educational institutions

• Blocking sanctions on Russian banks

• Sanctions on Russian cultural exports

What is the current status of bipartisan support for new sanctions against Russia?

• There is no bipartisan support

• There is a strong bipartisan consensus

• Only one party supports new sanctions

• The support is limited to a few senators