Arkansas US Rep. French Hill seeks classified briefing on Trump waiving Russia sanctions

By: Andrew DeMillo

Outlets: Arkansas Advocate

Published: October 17, 2026

Words: 327

Last Updated: 5 hours, 10 minutes ago

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U.S. Rep. French Hill said Saturday he’s seeking a classified briefing to explain President Donald Trump’s decision to waive sanctions against Russia days before they were to take effect.

The Republican congressman from central Arkansas’ 2nd Congressional District announced the request the day after Trump signed an executive order putting on hold the sanctions package that was in legislation the president signed last month named after the late Republican Sen. …

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