Massie Backs Trump's Russia Diesel Deal
Rep. Thomas Massie supports Trump's decision to permit Russian diesel sales.
The Brief
- Massie endorsed Trump's Russia diesel deal despite past disagreements.
- The two Republicans have clashed over multiple policy issues.
- Massie opposed key Trump-backed legislation in the past.
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) expressed support for President Donald Trump's recent decision to permit Russian diesel fuel sales to the U.S. and global markets.
Massie and Trump have maintained an adversarial relationship throughout Trump's second term, particularly over the White House's handling of the Epstein files, the conflict in Iran, and federal spending.
Massie was one of two House Republicans who voted against Trump's major legislative effort, the One Big Beautiful Bill.
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