Trump’s Russia sanctions waiver called mistake by GOP allies

What happened: Republican members of Congress criticized President Donald Trump's decision to waive a tariff law passed last month that was meant to restrict Russian energy Why it matters: The administration says the waiver helps facilitate a deal on diesel exports aimed at lowering prices ahead of the midterm elections, while critics call it irresponsible to bypass the sanctions law championed by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Sen. Ted Cruz said the administration should have found other ways to lower fuel costs, such as importing more from Canada or waiving renewable-fuel requirements. Coverage: 6 outlets in 24h

Republican members of Congress criticized President Donald Trump's decision to waive a tariff law passed last month that was meant to restrict Russian energy

The administration says the waiver helps facilitate a deal on diesel exports aimed at lowering prices ahead of the midterm elections, while critics call it irresponsible to bypass the sanctions law championed by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Sen. Ted Cruz said the administration should have found other ways to lower fuel costs, such as importing more from Canada or waiving renewable-fuel requirements.