Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress
President Donald Trump’s abrupt decision to waive sanctions on Russia is drawing outrage and concern from members of Congress. Trump's move came late Friday, two days before the penalties were scheduled to take effect. Republican Sen. Thom Tillis says Trump's move is “beyond irresponsible.” Lawmakers had overwhelmingly passed the legislation in a bipartisan display of U.S. support for Ukraine. Trump signed it into law last month.
The waiver is the latest instance of Trump drawing the U.S. closer to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump recently announced a diesel deal with Putin to import Russian energy in hopes of curbing high gas prices in the U.S. that are roiling the midterm elections.
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