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Chris Wright Claims Trump Worked Ceaselessly To End Iran War He Started
What happened
Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated on CBS News that President Trump has "worked ceaselessly" to end the war with Iran, which his administration began with strikes in February. Wright said ending the war would "dramatically lower energy prices" and end the killing of tens of thousands of people each month. Wright acknowledged that Trump was aware of the war's potential impact on energy flows. Oil prices have increased since the start of the war.
Why it matters
The Iran war has caused oil prices to rise, affecting American consumers, with the national average price for a gallon of gas increasing to $4.37. The war's outcome has significant implications for the global energy market and the US economy. Energy Secretary Wright emphasized the importance of prioritizing energy reliability.
Key facts
- Oil prices have climbed since the start of the war in Iran.
- The national average price for a gallon of gas is $4.37, up from $2.98 two days before the war began.
- Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that ending the war with Iran would "dramatically lower energy prices".
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