> That should scare the shit out of the US government. The US outspends the next 7 countries in defense, combined. Regarding actual economic sanctions are a v

> That should scare the shit out of the US government. The US outspends the next 7 countries in defense, combined. Regarding actual economic sanctions are a very effective weapon in US Foreign policy. Aside from it's military might, the US is one of the biggest players in the global economic market. That allows it to wield incredible leverage.