This is stated in a letter from Trump to the US Congress, which is published on the website of the White House.
According to Trump, officials violate human rights, which are associated with political repression. At the same time they are engaged in corruption in society and still create an extraordinary and unusual threat to national security and foreign policy.
Thus, the US president extended the restrictions 11 years ago, because of the actions of Belarusian officials who undermine the country's democratic processes.
This agreement was concluded with the participation of the heads of the banking committee and the committee on international relations. Also, the majority leader Mitch McConnell and minority leader Chuck Schumer.
Recall, as previously reported, "URA-Inform," the Senate of the United States Congress in the near future can adopt a bill that will legislatively toughen sanctions against Russia.