INTRO: President Trump recently announced an energy and sanctions-relief agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin that aims to reintroduce Russian diesel to global and U.S. markets to curb surging fuel prices. Energy Secretary Chris Wright tells A-B-C’s “This Week” the agreement is a carrot for Russia to end its war with Ukraine, not an economic lifeline.
ACK: Energy Secretary Chris Wright
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TAG: Democrats argue that the deal violates the 20-22 ban on Russian energy imports, fails to meaningfully reduce consumer fuel costs, and provides financial support to Russia during its war against Ukraine.
KEYWORD: POTUS, Politics, International
