Trump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold, saying waiver is in US national interest

A local news story from Virginia, reported by 13News Now Norfolk.

Local News · Virginia · October 16, 2026

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President Donald Trump signed an executive order that puts on hold a sanctions package targeting the Russian economy.

Reported by 13News Now Norfolk, October 16, 2026. Read the full story at 13News Now Norfolk →

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