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Trump Issues Waiver on Russia Sanctions, Prompting Backlash in Congress
Just the facts
President Donald Trump signed an executive order pausing implementation of congressional sanctions against Russia, citing national security concerns. The decision temporarily suspends sanctions and tariffs under the Graham Act that were scheduled to take effect within days. The action drew bipartisan criticism from members of the U.S. Congress and public objections from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Lawmakers expressed opposition to the waiver, though no immediate legislative mechanism was introduced to overturn the administration's decision.
Why this is news
President Donald Trump issued an executive order placing a temporary waiver on newly approved congressional sanctions against Russia under the Graham Act.
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