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Scrutiny of Trump's Russian diesel deal could extend well beyond the White House and into corporate boardrooms.

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The fragile Senate permitting deal is a major priority across the energy industry, per newly filed lobbying disclosures. Why it matters: The filings reveal behind-the-scenes efforts by powerful interests and companies representing oil and gas, mining, renewables, environmentalist

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President Trump's top aides offered sharply different explanations this weekend of his Russian diesel deal amid a barrage of bipartisan criticism calling the move a gift to Russia. Why it matters: Oil, gas and petroleum products help finance Russia's war on Ukraine, and Trump's m

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President Trump's moves to avoid new penalties on Russian energy sent shockwaves through Washington, sparking diplomatic tensions and political turmoil. Why it matters: Trump's push to lower energy prices ahead of the midterms could provide Russia an economic lifeline and is expo

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The Iran war and the Ukraine-Russia conflict are creating a "multidirectional squeeze on world agriculture" that could spiral into a crisis, a new report finds. Why it matters: Wars and extreme weather are colliding to threaten global food supplies and drive up prices, especiall

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Data: Columbia University Center on Global Energy Policy; Table: Ben Geman/Axios The push to pass a sweeping permitting bill is gaining powerful allies and encountering fresh resistance as Congress prepares for a post-midterms showdown. Why it matters: It's the most important ene

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With a U.S.-Iran deal (maybe?) taking shape in coming days, the oil market that follows will look different than what preceded the war. Why it matters: The emerging deal — which would re-open the Strait of Hormuz while nuclear talks proceed — could return large amounts of barrels

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BP removed board chair Albert Manifold on Tuesday, citing "serious concerns" about "governance standards, oversight and conduct." Why it matters: BP has lost its CEO and now its board chair in the span of six months, the latest leadership turmoil for a company that has cycled thr

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Data: AAA; Chart: Ben Geman/Axios Pain at the pump is easing, but gas is far costlier heading into the summer than last year — and what comes next is wildly unpredictable. Why it matters: High gas prices are the most visible economic effect of the Iran war for many Americans grap

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From Axios: What a gas tax holiday would actually do