{
  "id": 9208585,
  "title": "Trump supports diesel export ban as fuel prices hit records",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/trump-supports-diesel-export-ban-as-fuel-prices-hit-records",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-22T22:12:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Business Times - Companies & Markets",
    "slug": "the-business-times-companies-markets",
    "url": "https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/energy-commodities/trump-supports-diesel-export-ban-fuel-prices-hit-records"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for a ban on diesel exports, as soaring fuel prices become a major concern for voters ahead of the November 3 elections. Republican candidates in tight congressional races, including Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska and Representative Ashley Hinson of Iowa, have called for the administration to implement the ban, arguing it would help ease the high cost of diesel and improve energy security.\n\nThe ban has drawn criticism from energy officials within Trump's own administration, who warn that such a measure could lead to supply shortages and higher fuel prices on the East Coast. Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that a ban would create a surplus in the Gulf Coast, causing refiners to reduce production and ultimately resulting in less petrol production overall. He emphasized the need for increased supply rather than reduced supply, as it would help meet the demand, particularly in Europe, which relies heavily on U.S. diesel exports.\n\nOil industry representatives have also opposed the ban, warning it could harm domestic jobs, lead to fuel shortages, and force allies to rely on China and Russia to meet their energy needs. Despite these concerns, Trump remains committed to the idea, stating that the ban could help alleviate the current fuel price crisis and contribute to the resolution of the ongoing war in Ukraine.",
  "summary": "The president’s backing of a diesel export ban puts him at odds with his own officials",
  "key_points": [
    "President Trump backs diesel export ban amid record fuel prices",
    "Republican candidates back ban to ease diesel costs, improve energy security",
    "Critics warn ban could cause supply shortages, higher East Coast fuel prices"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Forbes",
        "title": "Trump Wants Diesel Export Ban As Prices Hit Record High",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/trump-wants-diesel-export-ban-as-prices-hit-record-high",
        "published": "2026-09-22T20:10:53.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Investing.com",
        "title": "Trump supports diesel export ban as fuel prices hit records",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/trump-supports-diesel-export-ban-as-fuel-prices-hit-records-9222370",
        "published": "2026-09-22T23:24:26.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}