Trump Waives Russian Energy Tariffs to Lower Diesel Prices

Donald Trump waived a tariff law passed last month that restricted Russian energy exports. The administration stated the waiver is intended to facilitate a deal on diesel exports to lower consumer prices ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.

Republican members of Congress criticized the decision, arguing the move is irresponsible and will assist Moscow in continuing its war against Ukraine. The sanctions law that the president bypassed had been championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham.