Trump says he would back ban on diesel exports
Republicans lawmakers have put pressure on the president to curb exports as diesel prices soar to record highs in the US.
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Notable Quotes
"I've called for that too. I've said let's not send out the diesel."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"the state's consumers were 'being squeezed and shouldn't have to foot the bill at the pump.'"
— Ashley Hinson , Politician
"a 'temporary pause of American diesel and exports' to rebuild domestic reserves."
— Dan Sullivan , Politician
"It is a serious hit on the Russians."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I think it's going to happen."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Ashley Hinson is a Republican Representative from Iowa.
Dan Sullivan is a current United States Senator from Alaska.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Scott Bessent is the Treasury Secretary.
President of Ukraine who attended a summit in Yerevan.
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Republicans lawmakers have put pressure on the president to curb exports as diesel prices soar to record highs in the US.
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