Trump accuses oil companies of gouging drivers, orders DOJ to investigate Politico | Energy & Environment By: By Cheyanne M. Daniels, Mike Soraghan, James Bikales, Scott Waldman and Carlos Anchondo 24 June 2026 at 20:55 In a post to social media, the president said gasoline prices should be lower because of declines in crude oil prices. © Alex Brandon/AP
Trump is urging tankers to sail through Hormuz. Vessels aren’t so sure yet. Politico | Energy & Environment By: By Mike Soraghan, Martina Sapio and Carlos Anchondo 16 June 2026 at 01:30 Vice President JD Vance said ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has already increased since a peace deal was announced, but industry associations are urging caution. © Amirhosein Khorgooi/ISNA via AP