Trump faces bipartisan backlash over Russia sanctions waiver
Republicans and Democrats condemn Trump’s decision to suspend sanctions, saying it undermines support for Ukraine.
Al Jazeera English reports: Republicans and Democrats condemn Trump’s decision to suspend sanctions, saying it undermines support for Ukraine.
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