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POLITICS● ELEVATED2h ago · Oct 19, 2026, 12:40 PM

The fallout from Trump's Russia energy moves

Axios · north america

President Trump's moves to avoid new penalties on Russian energy sent shockwaves through Washington, sparking diplomatic tensions and political turmoil.Why it matters: Trump's push to lower energy prices ahead of the midterms could provide Russia an economic lifeline and is exposing divisions within his own party.Oil, gas and petroleum product exports help finance Russia's war on Ukraine.Catch up quick: Late Friday, Trump waived new sanctions against Russia and tariffs on top buyers of Russian energy that would have taken effect under the bipartisan Graham Act he signed last month.That came ju

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