Trump Russia diesel deal Republican opposition 2026
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Trump signs pardons for Alaska diesel mechanics at energy rally
According to the Biden Justice Department, Czubak and Fleming admitted removing federally required emissions-control equipment and tampering with monitoring devices on at least 37 diesel vehicles between July 2019 and September 2020.
Trump also referred to an earlier pardon for Mackenzie "Mac" Spurlock, a Wasilla diesel shop owner.
One of the pardoned men said from the stage that the prosecution destroyed friendships and families.
Trump diesel deal with Russia covers less than two weeks of U.S. demand
Trump issued an executive order allowing truckers to use tax-exempt offroad diesel on the highway, but the tax obligation is deferred not eliminated.
Russia is supposed to ship another 500,000 tons or 3.73 million barrels in November, followed by 1 million tons or 7.45 million barrels.
Goldman Sachs estimated that Russian diesel slated for release in October and November would only reduce wholesale diesel prices by $1 to $2 per barrel on the U.S. Gulf Coast and in Europe.
More Republicans oppose Trump's diesel deal with Putin
The senators wrote that Putin is a tyrant and urged Trump to withdraw from the agreement, rescind General License No. 135, and execute authorities under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026.
Republican Senator John Curtis of Utah also joined the Sunday statement.
Oil analysts do not think the Russian supply will be enough to make a meaningful impact on prices.