President Trump avoided mentioning Russia during his joint session speech Tuesday night, allowing him to sidestep further controversy on an issue that has plagued his nascent administration.

Only three foreign countries were mentioned by Trump in his first major speech to the nation: Israel, Iran and Canada.

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