Bipartisan group of senators calls on Trump to 'reverse course' on Russian diesel plan
Summary
A group of six U.S. senators from both parties asked President Donald Trump to stop a plan to buy diesel fuel from Russia. They said this move goes against laws meant to stop money from helping Russia’s war in Ukraine and that the administration did not explain or get approval for the deal.Key Facts
- President Trump announced a deal with Russia to buy over 300,000 tons of diesel fuel immediately, with more to come later.
- Six senators (four Republicans and two Democrats) opposed the diesel purchase plan.
- The senators said the administration did not consult Congress or explain the decision, which is legally required.
- Congress passed laws banning Russian energy imports to avoid funding Russia’s war in Ukraine.
- The senators said buying Russian diesel conflicts with these laws and supports Russia financially.
- Senator Thom Tillis said if the administration proceeds, it would break the law.
- Senator John Barrasso said President Trump is trying to lower energy costs and use the deal as leverage against Russia.
- The announcement came shortly after Congress passed a law imposing tariffs on Russian energy imports.
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