"Diesel prices have been setting records because of the war in Iran, but the oil industry say banning U.S. exports would not make the fuel cheaper."
"President Trump told reporters on Tuesday that his administration is reviewing a possible ban on U.S. exports of diesel to help lower fuel costs for farmers, truckers and businesses.
Some Republicans in Congress have been calling for a ban on exports as the cost of diesel has hit records because of global supply shortages that have resulted from the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran and the yearslong Russia-Ukraine conflict. The Iran war in particular, experts say, has driven much of the recent increase in diesel prices by reducing refining capacity.
Diesel fuel powers trains and trucks as well as large machinery and farm equipment. The record high prices for diesel means consumers ultimately pay more for food and other products. According to AAA motor club, the nationwide average diesel price was $6.53 a gallon on Tuesday, up from $3.69 a gallon a year ago.
“I’ve called for it,” Mr. Trump said about a ban on diesel exports. “I’ve called for it within my people. I’ve been talking about it.”"
