Why Trump's diesel deal with Russia may not actually lower prices

The Hill - Oct 15, 2026

President Trump’s controversial diesel deal with Russia may not actually bring down prices ahead of the midterms. Trump announced last week that Russia would “immediately” supply 300,000 tons of diesel to the U.S. and global marketplace, with another 500,000 tons coming in November, drawing howls from Democrats and some Republicans over lifting sanctions on Moscow...

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Why Trump's diesel deal with Russia may not actually lower prices

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