President Trump is considering extending the two-month waiver of the Jones Act to address rising fuel prices linked to the conflict in Iran. The waiver, initially issued to allow for easier transport of oil and other resources, has enabled 40 tankers to deliver oil between U.S. ports, increasing the fleet by 70%. However, the waiver's impact on lowering oil prices has been minimal due to global supply disruptions.
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