Trump Blames Oil Companies as U.S. Gas Prices Surpass $4 a Gallon
President Donald Trump deflects responsibility for rising fuel costs, attributing blame to oil companies amid ongoing economic effects from the Iran conflict.
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President Donald Trump deflects responsibility for rising fuel costs, attributing blame to oil companies amid ongoing economic effects from the Iran conflict.
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politics
President Donald Trump demands immediate gas price reductions while his Iran policy is cited as a key factor in recent fuel cost increases.
Reason | Jul 1, 2026, 5:34 PM
us
US President Donald Trump targets ExxonMobil and Chevron over soaring profits linked to the US-Iran war, while BP reports highest quarterly gains since Russia-Ukraine conflict began.
Guardian US | Aug 4, 2026, 11:34 AM
world
Low-income US households spend over 10% of their monthly income on petrol amid rising prices, while major oil companies report record profits.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 12:49 AM
politics
President Trump criticized U.S. oil companies for profiting excessively from elevated oil prices caused by the Iran war and called for lower gasoline prices to ease financial strain on Americans.
CBS Politics | Aug 3, 2026, 9:54 PM
world
On August 3, 2026, oil prices fell sharply and major U.S. stock indexes gained as hopes for a diplomatic resolution between the U.S. and Iran emerged, while coordinated intervention by the U.S. and Japan strengthened the yen.
CNA Latest News | Aug 3, 2026, 5:51 PM
world
Former US President Donald Trump demands oil companies lower gasoline prices, attributing Chevron’s success to his administration’s policies amid ongoing tensions with Iran.
Al Jazeera | Aug 3, 2026, 3:02 PM
politics
The White House is exploring reopening closed refineries, including one in the Virgin Islands, to address high gasoline prices linked to the Iran conflict.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 9:34 PM
world
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi visits Tehran shortly after a high-profile meeting with US President Donald Trump, reflecting Baghdad’s challenge of managing ties with both the US and Iran.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 12:26 PMworld
Iran blames the United States for targeting bridges, a train station, and an airport in recent airstrikes following the collapse of peace talks.
Africanews | Jul 18, 2026, 7:22 AMpolitics
Several major U.S. companies formalized oil and energy agreements with Iraq, highlighting a growing economic partnership after President Trump's recent White House meeting with Iraq's prime minister.
The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 12:35 AMus
Donald Trump’s media company plans to charge Wall Street firms for expedited access to posts on Truth Social, raising concerns about conflicts of interest and market impact.
Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 1:56 AMworld
Approximately 10 million people lost electricity as Cuba’s national power grid failed again amid ongoing fuel shortages linked to a US-imposed oil blockade.
Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 6:28 PMworld
Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and President Donald Trump announce full US troop withdrawal linked to militia disarmament and new economic partnerships.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 14, 2026, 12:47 PM
world
US President Donald Trump’s negative remarks on China’s renewable energy achievements are seen as politically motivated and inconsistent with China’s substantial progress in clean energy capacity.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 9, 2026, 9:58 PM
investigations
An investigation revealed inaccuracies in Google’s AI-generated summaries related to Texas energy companies, highlighting challenges in AI reliability and potential manipulation.
ProPublica | Jul 7, 2026, 10:30 PM
general
Tensions escalate as the US responds to Iranian missile strikes on commercial vessels with a series of military strikes, amid ongoing peace negotiations.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 7, 2026, 10:09 PM
politics
Conservative commentator Bill O’Reilly encouraged Americans to embrace stock market investment and criticized complaints about inflation amid economic concerns and geopolitical tensions.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 8:26 PM
politics
A temporary waiver of the Jones Act has enabled foreign vessels to transport over 31 million barrels of fuel and chemicals between U.S. ports, revitalizing energy supply chains.
Reason | Jul 7, 2026, 12:41 AM
politics
A temporary waiver of the Jones Act has enabled foreign vessels to transport over 31 million barrels of fuel and chemicals between U.S. ports, revitalizing energy supply chains and easing fuel distribution.
Reason | Jul 7, 2026, 12:31 AM
politics
A temporary waiver of the Jones Act by President Donald Trump has revitalized U.S. energy supply chains and increased fuel shipments between American ports, despite opposition from Republican lawmakers.
Reason | Jul 6, 2026, 11:46 PM
us
After the Supreme Court rejects his challenge to birthright citizenship, Donald Trump calls on Congress to legislate an end to the policy and announces a Republican national convention ahead of the midterms.
Guardian US | Jul 1, 2026, 2:43 AM
world
Major oil firms including ExxonMobil, BP, Chevron, and Saudi Aramco have posted unprecedented earnings as the ongoing Iran war disrupts global energy markets.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 2:30 PM
general
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated a potential agreement by midweek to restore normal shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, easing tensions in the Gulf region.
Washington Times News | Aug 4, 2026, 2:14 PMShowing 1-24 of 408 articles.