Trump Says He Made Deal to Import Russian Diesel; Outlets Debate Its Impact and Politics

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How the sides differ Left sources emphasize the deal's limited effect on prices and its political motives; right sources focus on the controversy over Trump's relationship with Putin.

All three outlets cover a deal President Trump says he made to import Russian diesel, and each ties it to his relationship with Vladimir Putin. NPR describes checking on the deal's status. Rolling Stone argues it will not lower prices for Americans and calls it political theater. The Washington Free Beacon says the agreement renewed a long-running controversy over Trump and Putin. It sets aside claims that Trump is subordinate to Putin, but notes many see him as overly deferential.

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Left · 2 sources RSRolling Stone‘A Drop in the Bucket’: Trump’s Diesel Deal With Russia Is Desperate Political Theater

• NPRNPRWeek in Politics: Trump's Russian diesel deal update; why the DOJ is suing California

Rolling Stone portrays the deal as a favor to Putin that won't cut prices, while NPR neutrally reviews its status.

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Right WFWashington Free BeaconRunning on Empty: About That Deal for Russian Diesel

The Free Beacon frames the deal within the debate over Trump's deference to Putin, rejecting the most extreme accusations while criticizing his posture.