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Trump Waives Russian Sanctions, Sparking Congressional Outrage

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Congressional outrage erupts as President Trump waives Russian sanctions, sparking bipartisan criticism over his decision to allow Moscow to bypass U.S. economic pressure on Ukraine.

Trump defended the move, claiming it keeps Moscow at the negotiating table, but lawmakers condemned the decision as a betrayal of a Senate-passed law. Senators like Thom Tillis and Elizabeth Warren accused Trump of enabling Putin's war of aggression.

The move has left the future of the sanctions in limbo as Congress is on recess until after Election Day, with lawmakers warning Trump would not follow the law. The decision has also drawn criticism from Ukraine, which faces energy challenges amid Russia's ongoing attacks on its infrastructure.

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  1. npr — Congress reacts to executive order exempting Russia from economic sanctions ·
  2. the-hill — Trump defends waiving Russia sanctions, says it keeps Moscow at negotiating table ·
  3. pbs-newshour — Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen ·

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