Trump defends Russia diesel deal as prices rise: "The right choice for the American people"

A local news story from the U.S., reported by CBS News.

Local News · the U.S. · October 12, 2026

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President Trump on Monday defended his deal with Russia to lift sanctions on its diesel fuel in the hopes of driving prices down. FINTECH TV anchor Kristin Myers joins with analysis.

Reported by CBS News, October 12, 2026. Read the full story at CBS News →

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