Trump suspends new Russia sanctions approved by Congress

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President Trump signed a decree suspending a new package of sanctions against Russia's economy that was approved by Congress, stating the move is in the national interest. The legislation, enacted last month and named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, aimed to restrict financial flows fueling Russia's war in Ukraine. The suspension follows Trump's announcement that the US agreed to buy diesel from Russia to lower global energy prices. The White House had remained silent since the bill passed with broad bipartisan support. Senator Darline Graham, appointed to fill her brother's seat, said the measure gives Trump tools he may choose to use, noting the goal is lowering gas prices and ending the war.


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