Trump invokes Defense Production Act, directs oil company to restart California operations

March 15, 2026

The Trump administration invoked the Defense Production Act to order an oil company to restart shuttered offshore operations in California, saying the move is necessary to address oil supply disruption risks and reduce reliance on foreign crude.

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