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Energy secretary defends waiving sanctions on Russia: 'It’s not an economic lifeline'

ABC News18 October 2026, 14:07 UTCRussia

On "This Week," Energy Secretary Chris Wright defended the president's decision to waive new sanctions and tariffs meant to pressure President Vladimir Putin.

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