President Trump faces backlash over Russia sanctions relief

What happened: President Trump rallied for midterm candidates in Kentucky on Saturday, weeks before Election Day. He faces new criticism, including from some in his party, for ordering sanctions relief for Russia while it continues to strike Ukraine. Why it matters: The criticism comes from within his own party as well as outside it, according to the report, and surfaces during the midterm campaign stretch. Coverage: 6 outlets in 24h

President Trump rallied for midterm candidates in Kentucky on Saturday, weeks before Election Day. He faces new criticism, including from some in his party, for ordering sanctions relief for Russia while it continues to strike Ukraine.

The criticism comes from within his own party as well as outside it, according to the report, and surfaces during the midterm campaign stretch.