Trump: Considering ban on US diesel exports

Published Sep 25, 11:44 PM UTC

Former President Donald Trump stated that he is considering a ban on diesel exports from the United States, a move that comes amid record-high prices for the fuel. The announcement was made via a social media post, which also directed readers to register for free to learn why such a policy would be unwise, according to The Economist. The post does not provide further details on the rationale or potential timeline for the proposed ban, but it signals a significant potential shift in US energy policy that could impact domestic fuel markets and international trade. The record diesel prices referenced highlight the current economic pressure on consumers and industries reliant on diesel fuel. The Economist, the source of the post, characterizes the proposed ban as unwise, though the post itself does not elaborate on the reasoning behind this assessment.