Trump waives Graham Act Russia sanctions; GOP warns Putin pressure slipping

President Trump waived most new Russia sanctions mandated by the Graham Act, a reversal of stated policy that drew sharp Republican criticism. The move signals a softening of US pressure on Moscow and raises uncertainty over whether Putin perceives credible consequences for further aggression. The waiver is a first major deviation from the administration's prior sanctions posture, with GOP allies warning that deterrence is eroding.

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