U.S. Representative Gregory Meeks introduced the Prohibit Corrupt Russia Oil Deals Act to block Russian diesel imports and mandate additional sanctions against Russia

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Lawmakers from both major US parties are challenging the relaxation of measures against Moscow and considering further oversight. Their opposition has not yet produced legislation reversing the waiver or a binding change to the administration's approach.