The Guardian
Donald Trump faces Republican backlash over Russia policy
Several Republican lawmakers have criticized Donald Trump’s softer approach to Russia, threatening to withdraw financial backing for his agenda over his handling of the Ukraine war. Don Bacon, an outgoing Nebraska congressman, denounced an agreement to buy Russian diesel and a pause in sanctions on Moscow, accusing the president of drawing closer to Vladimir Putin.

What to know
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Some Republican lawmakers threatened to withdraw financial support for Donald Trump’s agenda.
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Don Bacon criticized the Russian diesel purchase agreement and the pause in sanctions on Moscow.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights differences between some Republican lawmakers and Donald Trump over Russia policy and the Ukraine war.
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