Trump waives new Russia sanctions in the "national interests"

A politics story from the U.S., reported by Axios.

Politics · the U.S. · October 17, 2026

By HeyHomees Newsroom · October 17, 2026

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Beyond California, President Trump waived new Russia sanctions in the "national interests" late Friday night.

Local News · California — Morning edition, October 17, 2026

Reported by Axios, October 17, 2026. Read the full story at Axios →

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