Politics Oct 23 Surging diesel prices loom over Republicans in Iowa's midterm races By Peter Tubbs, Iowa Public Television
World Oct 23 The Kremlin says a first tanker of Russian diesel sets sail for the U.S. despite Ukraine's protests A first tanker carrying Russian diesel to the United States under a new import agreement has set sail, the Kremlin said Friday, two weeks after President Donald Trump said he struck a deal with President Vladimir Putin despite Moscow's invasion… By Associated Press
Politics Oct 22 Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall in debate blames Ukraine war, not Iran war, for high diesel prices The answer, delivered during a debate with Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton, aligned Marshall with President Donald Trump's freshly antagonistic posture toward Ukraine, which has spent more than four years defending itself against an invasion. By John Hanna, Associated Press
Politics Oct 20 WATCH: Trump says U.S. has gotten 'nothing' from Ukraine other than 'high diesel,' urging deal President Donald Trump said "it’s time" for Ukraine to agree to a deal with Russia on Tuesday. By Associated Press
Economy Oct 15 How much longer will consumers be willing to muscle through higher prices? High gas prices are intensifying inflation and vacuuming up more of Americans' dollars, yet consumers are still digging deep to spend, powering the economy, at least for now… By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press
Oct 15 Wholesale inflation hits levels not seen since 2022 By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press Wholesale inflation rose more than expected last month on a big jump in fuel costs as rising prices become a bigger economic challenge for millions of Americans, and a growing political problem for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections. Continue reading
Oct 13 Trump's diesel deal with Putin draws bipartisan criticism from a frustrated Congress By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press The deal is being criticized by both Republicans and Democrats as fueling Russia's war against Ukraine, violating existing U.S. laws and drawing the U.S. closer to Russia. Continue reading
Oct 12 Watch 10:42 Ukraine disputes Trump's claim of energy ceasefire as Russian diesel deal draws fire By William Brangham, Dan Sagalyn, Veronica Vela President Trump blames high energy prices on Ukraine, not his war in the Middle East, and made a surprise decision to suspend sanctions against Russia on Friday. William Brangham discusses the latest developments in the Ukraine-Russia war with Andrew Weiss. Continue watching
Oct 12 Kremlin relishes in U.S.-Russia diesel deal and Trump's criticism of Zelenskyy By Associated Press While the size of Russia’s diesel exports are relatively small and unlikely to significantly impact prices, the revenue will help Moscow replenish its war coffers. Continue reading
Oct 11 Bipartisan group of senators calls on Trump to 'reverse course' on Russian diesel plan By Kevin Freking, Associated Press Four Republican senators and two Democratic senators signed onto the statement released Sunday in protesting the deal. They said the administration failed to consult with Congress or submit any explanation to justify its decision as required by statute. Continue reading