Criticism from both parties over Trump's decision to suspend sanctions on Russia

President Donald Trump is defending his decision to suspend sanctions on Russia, and the move is drawing criticism from both the Republican and Democratic parties. Some Republicans are breaking with the president over the decision to suspend broad sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia, reflecting a divide within the party.

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• A description in CBS coverage says that suspending the sanctions would return money to Russia while it is attacking Ukraine.

  «President Trump is defending his decision to waive sanctions, which will refill Russia's pocketbooks as it attacks Ukraine.»

  CBS News
• The decision includes broad sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia, according to Newsweek coverage.

  «Republicans are breaking with President Donald Trump over his decision to waive sweeping new sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia.»

  Newsweek
• Opposition to the decision is not limited to one party, as criticism has come from both Republicans and Democrats.

  «Trump faces bipartisan backlash over waiving Russia sanctions»

  CBS News

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