Trump suspends Jones Act for 60 days as Iran war drives up US fuel costs - what it means

Mar 18, 2026 - 23:00
Trump suspends Jones Act for 60 days as Iran war drives up US fuel costs - what it means

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In a bid to curb soaring energy costs, President Trump has temporarily waived the Jones Act for 60 days. This move permits foreign ships to transport goods between US ports, aiming to ease oil market disruptions caused by the US-Israeli conflict with Iran.

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