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Sen. Thom Tillis says he believes Trump’s fuel deal with Russia could be breaking the law

NBC News Politics·October 11, 2026·1 min read
Sen. Thom Tillis says he believes Trump’s fuel deal with Russia could be breaking the law

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., said President Donald Trump's decision to ease sanctions on Russia to allow diesel fuel release to the global market may be breaking the law. Tillis raised concerns about the legality of the move, which relaxes restrictions on Russia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The senator's statement signals potential congressional scrutiny over the administration's sanctions policy.

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