US President Donald Trump has waived enforcement of congressional sanctions on Russia.
According to The Wall Street Journal, these restrictions were hindering Trump’s efforts to lower diesel fuel prices ahead of the US midterm elections.
Details of the Decision
Trump explained his decision as follows:
“I am waiving the application of sanctions, restrictions, and duties provided for in the Graham Act. I have sent an official notice to Congress stating that this determination is in the national interest of the United States.”
