# Trump Waives 500% Russia Tariff

> Trump pauses 500% Russia tariff to avoid disrupting Ukraine-Russia peace talks.
- Title: Trump Waives 500% Russia Tariff · Dallas Express | Shortify
- Summary: Trump pauses 500% Russia tariff to avoid disrupting Ukraine-Russia peace talks. Trump waived additional 500% tariffs on Russian goods to prevent impeding…
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- Source: Dallas Express — https://dallasexpress.com/national/trump-puts-500-russia-tariff-on-ice-what-is-behind-the-move
- Author: Dallas Express
- Published: 2026-10-18T13:30:36+00:00
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- Topics: trump, russia, tariff, ukraine, peace talks, sanctions, news, politics
## Trump waives 500% Russia tariff
Trump issued executive order Friday under Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026.
## White House defends waiver
White House says immediate enforcement would impede Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations.
## Cornyn objects to waiver
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn wrote Lindsey Graham would be appalled by the decision.
## Ukraine criticizes move
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy argued the decision benefits Russia and encourages further attacks.
## Tariffs and restrictions waived
The order waives 500% duties on Russian goods and 100% on goods from countries buying Russian energy.
## Waivers have no fixed end
Trump or Secretary of State can determine when further action is appropriate with Treasury and trade representative consultation.
## Key takeaway

Trump waived additional 500% tariffs on Russian goods to prevent impeding Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations.