sanctions. afterwards the president tweeted, no sanctions were discussed. it's really difficult for these officials not just to defend the president but, you know, to especially when he's taking these controversial stances. >> and one of inproposition. i read it, for the president, what i took away, the president was saying they didn't discuss the idea of relaxing sanctions. but you're right. >> helpful if he actually answered the question. >> creating an idea of a contradiction. >> before we go to break i would note that vladimir putin did a press conference, answering questions about what happened. and the united states president did not. leave it there. coming up, as the senate returns to work today facing obamacare repeal and replace still in flux and new fresher from the president to get it passed before the august recess. can senate majority leader mitch mcconnell deliver a signature gop campaign promise? stay with us. . mmmm. mmmm... ugh. nothing spoils a moment like heartburn. try new alka-seltzer ultra strength heartburn relief chews.