Trump signs order waiving Russia sanctions under Graham Law

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order waiving sanctions against Russia mandated by the "Graham Law," which required 100% tariffs on goods from major buyers of Russian oil and 500% tariffs on Russian energy imports to the US. The waiver cites US national interests. The 30-day deadline to implement the sanctions expired October 18. Trump signed the waiver late October 16, arguing the measures complicated his efforts to lower diesel prices before the US midterm elections, aligning with his plan to purchase Russian diesel fuel. The executive order formally imposes the tariffs but suspends their enforcement, allowing Trump to activate them later. The move may face Congressional opposition, including from Republicans who supported the law authored by the late Senator Lindsey Graham.