President Trump signed an executive order on Friday night that waives the implementation of the 'Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act,' a piece of legislation he had signed into law only one month prior. The move effectively halts the enforcement of new sanctions that were intended to target Russian interests.

The decision has prompted a swift and unified response from members of Congress across the political spectrum. Lawmakers from both parties have publicly condemned the waiver, with some characterizing the administration's policy as 'irresponsible' and describing the move as 'a deal with the devil.'

This development adds to existing tensions between the White House and Congress regarding Russia policy. Prior to this waiver, there was already a bipartisan effort underway to challenge a separate diesel-related deal involving Russia. With the addition of this new executive order, the scope of congressional opposition appears to be widening. Legislators are expected to address both the sanctions waiver and the diesel deal when Congress reconvenes following the upcoming election.