List of Republicans Breaking With Trump on Russia Sanctions Waiver
Summary
President Donald Trump signed an order to waive parts of new sanctions against Russia that were meant to pressure Moscow over its war in Ukraine. Some Republican leaders, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, have expressed concerns about this decision, warning of possible negative effects.Key Facts
- President Trump waived key sanctions and tariffs against Russia from the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act.
- The act allowed very high tariffs on Russian goods and on major buyers of Russian oil and gas.
- The waivers will last until the president or the secretary of state decide to lift them.
- This waiver does not remove earlier sanctions on Russia.
- Trump said the waiver helps negotiate peace and lower fuel prices before the November midterm elections.
- Some Republicans, like House Speaker Mike Johnson, warned the White House about possible negative results of waiving the sanctions.
- Ukraine criticized the waiver, saying it could encourage more Russian attacks.
- Russia welcomed the decision, calling it historic.
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