Donald Trump waived new sanctions on Russia despite an 86–11 Senate vote, and some of his strongest critics are Republicans. In today's Filtered with TJ Walker, TJ examines why senators are pushing back, what the decision means for Vladimir Putin and Ukraine, and why economist Paul Krugman titled his latest assessment of Trump's Russia policy "The Traitor in Chief."

Christiane Amanpour has announced plans to leave CNN after 43 years, offering a parting reminder: "Always be truthful, not neutral." TJ connects that message to Krugman's criticism of Trump's treatment of Ukraine, reported restrictions on American assistance, and the debate over Russia's role in the war with Iran.

Also in today's show:

Truth Social: Trump's social media company's stock hits a reported new low as user traffic declines.

Trump's $8 billion farmer bailout: Farmers get diesel-price relief, but what about Americans paying more to drive to work?

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby: Why is an executive calling for inheritance taxes approaching 100% while defending extra charges for preferred airline seats?

From Putin and Ukraine to Truth Social, fuel prices, and the wealth tax debate, TJ separates the reported developments from his own pointed commentary and humor.

Sources and further reading:

Trump's Russia sanctions waiver — Axios

https://www.axios.com/2026/10/17/trum...

Paul Krugman, "The Traitor in Chief" — Substack

https://paulkrugman.substack.com/p/th...

Christiane Amanpour's CNN departure — The Guardian

https://www.theguardian.com/media/202...

Trump's $8 billion farm fuel relief announcement — Reuters

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/us-l...

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby's tax proposals — Yahoo Finance

https://finance.yahoo.com/economy/art...

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