Tillis says Trump's Russia deal 'is tarnishing Lindsey Graham's efforts' at sanctions

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., criticized President Trump's decision to ease sanctions on Russia to facilitate the global release of diesel fuel, suggesting the move may violate a 2022 law banning Russian oil imports. During an interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press,' Tillis argued that the deal risks American lives by providing funds to the Kremlin and indicated he might withhold support for year-end military funding if the administration does not address these concerns. Tillis also utilized the interview to call for the resignation of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over plans to livestream a military execution.

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., criticized President Trump's decision to ease sanctions on Russia to facilitate the global release of diesel fuel, suggesting the move may violate a 2022 law banning Russian oil imports. During an interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press,' Tillis argued that the deal risks American lives by providing funds to the Kremlin and indicated he might withhold support for year-end military funding if the administration does not address these concerns. Tillis also utilized the interview to call for the resignation of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over plans to livestream a military execution.