A Republican Senate candidate in Iowa has criticized a recent agreement between the U.S. and Russia to increase diesel fuel exports, arguing that the deal with a foreign adversary could undermine national interests. The candidate expressed skepticism about the potential economic and strategic implications, emphasizing concerns over energy security and domestic fuel costs. The statement highlights growing political divisions over international energy partnerships amid rising fuel prices. Full details on the candidate’s stance and the broader debate over the deal are available in the full report.


Iowa Senate GOP candidate Ashley Hinson said on Tuesday that she didn’t agree with a recent deal President Trump struck with Russia that would import 300,000 tons of diesel to the U.S. and global marketplace, taking issue with the U.S. making a deal with an adversary. "We need to lower gas prices in this...