President Trump is set to hold discussions with fuel industry leaders amid persistent high gasoline prices, which are poised to play a significant role in upcoming midterm elections. The meeting will focus on strategies to boost U.S. refining capacity as a potential solution to reducing costs at the pump, according to White House sources. Industry representatives, including smaller refiners, are expected to participate in the talks, highlighting concerns over market dynamics and pricing pressures. The conversation underscores growing political pressure to address rising fuel expenses ahead of key electoral contests.
President Trump is expected to meet with fuel refiners and distributors Tuesday as gasoline prices remain stubbornly high and are expected to be a major midterm issue. The president is expected to discuss how to expand U.S. refining capacity as part of an effort to lower gasoline prices, according to a White House official. Small,...
