Massie backs Trump’s diesel deal with Russia in rare move

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Representative Thomas Massie voiced support for President Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Russia, arguing that sanctions raise costs for U.S. consumers. Massie recalled opposing Russia sanctions in 2022 and said they should be lifted.

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Sunday backed President Trump’s deal with Russia for diesel, in spite of past conflict between the two politicians. “In 2022 I voted against Russia sanctions, pointing out that U.S. citizens would suffer from higher prices. Glad to see Trump came around to that reality this week. We should lift sanctions…