Trump’s Energy Secretary Chris Wright Addresses Iran Tensions and Gas Prices
Energy Secretary Chris Wright says U.S. military efforts, not Iran’s actions, have maintained oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions.
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Energy Secretary Chris Wright says U.S. military efforts, not Iran’s actions, have maintained oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions.
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