President Trump demands lower gasoline prices from US oil companies
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Donald Trump, Mike Wirth
United States
August 3, 2026
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President Trump demanded that US oil companies lower gasoline prices immediately. The demand follows a drop in crude futures after the suspension of a military strike on Iran. Trump specifically criticized Chevron CEO Mike Wirth.
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