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Trump waives US shipping law for oil and gas in bid to lower prices

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/18/trump-shipping-oil-gas-lawhttps://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/18/trump-jones-act-oil-iran-war.htmlhttps://nypost.com/2026/03/18/us-news/trump-waives-jones-act-to-address-soaring-gas-prices-from-iran-war/
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Trump waives US shipping law for oil and gas in bid to lower prices Open in Theguardian.com
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  • The White House suspended Jones Act requirements for 60 days to counter oil-price pressures and cargo disruptions amid the Iran war.
  • Officials say the waiver is targeted and temporary, aimed at mitigating short-term disruptions and helping critical resources reach U.S. ports.
  • Analysts expect only modest near-term price relief, with possible small cuts on the East Coast and mixed effects elsewhere.

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