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Trump links Middle East events to high US oil profits from Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 25

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What happened

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Donald Trump stated that the United States oil and gas business is generating hundreds of billions of dollars. He attributed this profit to events in the Middle East and the oil being extracted in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. Trump also noted that consumers are paying slightly higher prices for energy.

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Why it matters

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The comments highlight that geopolitical instability in the Middle East is linked to high domestic oil profits. This situation suggests a direct connection between global events and increased consumer energy costs within the United States.

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Who's involved

Donald TrumpSpoke about the high profits of the US oil and gas business.
Middle EastThe geopolitical region cited as driving US oil profits.
TexasA state cited as contributing significant oil to the US economy.
OklahomaA state cited as contributing significant oil to the US economy.
LouisianaA state cited as contributing significant oil to the US economy.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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TexasSpeculative
Texas might see increased investment or revenue due to the political focus on its oil contributions.
OklahomaSpeculative
Oklahoma might see increased investment or revenue due to the political focus on its oil contributions.
LouisianaSpeculative
Louisiana might see increased investment or revenue due to the political focus on its oil contributions.
Middle EastSpeculative
The Middle East might experience increased oil price volatility due to geopolitical instability.

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The entities involved

Middle East
geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran
- US midterm results may have wide-ranging consequences for the ongoing Middle East conflict.05:03
- The Middle East conflict is pressuring the global tourism outlook, while Vietnam is noted for its competitive value and attractions.04:42
Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
- The Georgia Senate race continues with new endorsements, political analysis of Trump's claims, and external factors impacting candidates.05:59
- Trump stated his willingness to work with Democrats on November 1, 2026.05:57
Texas
state of the United States of America
- Democrats are campaigning and hoping to gain political inroads in Texas, Kansas, and South Carolina.05:35
- Amy Soto spoke on the importance of voting in Texas on November 3, 2026.05:35
Oklahoma
state of the United States of America
- Donald Trump endorsed Mike Mazzei for the gubernatorial race in Oklahoma, and Mazzei hired Roger Stone for consulting services.03:26
- Kash Patel was targeted in a nationwide campaign on November 3, 2026.02:01

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