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Tillis says Trump’s Russia deal ‘is tarnishing Lindsey Graham’s efforts’ at sanctions

Tillis says Trump’s Russia deal ‘is tarnishing Lindsey Graham’s efforts’ at sanctions

Summary

Senator Thom Tillis criticized President Donald Trump’s agreement with Russia on diesel oil during a time when the U.S. faces energy problems. Tillis said this deal is hurting the efforts of Senator Lindsey Graham to pass new sanctions against Russia.

Key Facts

  • Senator Thom Tillis spoke out against President Trump’s deal involving Russian diesel oil.
  • The U.S. is currently facing challenges with energy supplies.
  • The deal is seen as conflicting with U.S. efforts to impose sanctions on Russia.
  • Senator Lindsey Graham has been trying to advance a sanctions bill targeting Russia.
  • Tillis believes the deal weakens Graham’s work on these sanctions.
  • The sanctions bill has already been sent to President Trump for approval.
  • Tillis urged the President to move forward by signing the sanctions bill instead of making agreements involving Russian oil.
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