Trump announced new large-scale measures on diesel fuel
The US President announced new measures to combat the fuel crisis
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US President Donald Trump signed a decree canceling the tax on diesel fuel and allowing the use of “red” fuel on public roads due to a record rise in prices caused by the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on oil refineries.
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Why It Matters
The rise in diesel fuel prices in the United States has reached record levels. The presidential administration has temporarily lifted restrictions on the use of labeled fuel.
WASHINGTON, October 9 - RIA Novosti. US President Donald Trump, after deciding to abolish the tax on diesel fuel due to the crisis caused by Kiev, announced new large-scale measures.
Earlier, Trump said that the rise in fuel prices was not caused by the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, but by Kyiv’s attacks on Russian oil refineries and the closure of refineries in a number of American states.
“We have a big announcement coming on diesel,” Trump said at a White House event.
Trump on Monday signed an executive order temporarily allowing labeled diesel fuel on public roads and providing a reprieve on federal fuel taxes.
Labeled “red” fuel is traditionally intended exclusively for agricultural and construction equipment, but amid sharp price increases, the administration lifted restrictions on its use by the end of the year. The fuel was not subject to road tax as it was intended for off-road use.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Introduction of additional measures to support the diesel fuel market.
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What kind of large-scale measures did Trump announce?
- How long will the tax deferment last?
