White House mulls suspending ‘Jones Act’ to curb soaring oil prices amid Iran conflict – key maritime law explained
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Amid escalating Iran conflict and rising oil prices, the Trump administration is considering a temporary waiver of the Jones Act. This maritime law requires US ships for domestic transport. The move aims to ensure free flow of vital energy and agricultural products to US ports by allowing foreign-flagged ships to operate domestically.
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