US Energy Secretary Wright says diesel export ban won’t work

September 24, 2026

NEW YORK, Sept 23 (Reuters) – US Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Wednesday said a US ban on diesel exports would not work and could push up gasoline and jet fuel prices, a stance at odds with President Donald Trump, who is backing the ‌idea.

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