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The fallout from Trump's Russia energy moves

Axios·October 19, 2026·1 min read
The fallout from Trump's Russia energy moves

President Trump's moves to avoid new penalties on Russian energy sparked diplomatic tensions and political turmoil, exposing divisions within his own party. Late Friday, Trump waived new sanctions and tariffs on top buyers of Russian energy under the Graham Act. Energy Secretary Chris Wright called the diesel deal a 'carrot' to ease Russia's assault on Ukraine.

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