Trump waives several Russia sanctions as new US law takes effect
Summary
President Donald Trump used his authority to block several new sanctions against Russia that Congress recently passed to punish Russia for its war in Ukraine. Although Trump signed the sanctions bill into law in September, he issued an order to withhold some sanctions, saying it is in the U.S. national interest.Key Facts
- President Trump blocked some sanctions on Russia that Congress approved to respond to the war in Ukraine.
- The sanctions law, named after Senator Lindsey Graham, targets Russia’s economy, government officials, banks, and oil shipments.
- The law allows tariffs up to 100% on the top buyers of Russian oil and gas, including China and India.
- Trump signed the sanctions bill in September, but delayed full implementation by issuing an executive order.
- Trump plans to import Russian diesel to lower U.S. energy prices before the November midterm elections.
- The move to import diesel from Russia surprised and upset many U.S. lawmakers and allies.
- Some U.S. lawmakers urged Trump to fully enforce the sanctions law to pressure Russia to negotiate peace.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky criticized the diesel deal, saying it helps Russia continue the war.
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