House Republicans and Democrats have united in opposition to a recent diesel fuel agreement with Russia, with five GOP lawmakers joining Democrats in expressing concerns over the deal’s implications. The bipartisan group emphasized their unease, signaling potential political resistance to the administration’s move. The letter highlights growing skepticism among lawmakers about the economic and security risks tied to the transaction. Critics argue the deal could undermine sanctions and strain U.S. relations with allies.
Five House Republicans signed on to a letter Thursday urging President Trump to cancel the Russian diesel deal he announced last week. GOP Reps. Don Bacon (Neb.), Brian Fitzpatrick (Pa.), Michael McCaul (Texas), Dan Newhouse (Wash.) and Joe Wilson (S.C.) joined 17 of their Democratic colleagues in writing they were “particularly concerned” about the deal....
