World · 10/13/2026
Trump’s Diesel Deal With Moscow Draws Republican Criticism
Trump’s deal on Russian diesel exports puts his dealings with Moscow in focus weeks before the midterm elections.
Why it matters
Republican criticism highlights tensions over Trump’s approach to Russia as the midterm outlook increasingly favors Democrats.
- ★Trump reached a deal with Moscow concerning its diesel exports.
- ★His deal and praise for Vladimir Putin have drawn Republican criticism.
- ★The criticism comes weeks before midterm elections that increasingly favor Democrats.