Commentary

Trump Administration Uses Defense Production Act to Support the Coal Industry

President Donald Trump announced a plan to spend nearly $700 million to support coal-fired power plants and coal exports. Using authority under the Defense Production Act, the funds will support...

June 2026

Middle East Tensions Result in Higher Oil Prices

June 2026

Fighting Resumes in Iran and Peace Negotiations Stall

June 2026

U.S. and Iran Agree to a 60-Day Truce Extension

May 2026

Russia and China Meet but Do Not Close Gas Pipeline Deal

May 2026

New EIA Report Shows Extent of Hormuz Oil Disruptions

May 2026

EIA Now Sees a Bigger and Lengthier Outlook to the Middle East Disruption in Global Energy Supplies