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Trump administration evaluates possible diesel export restrictions amid elevated fuel prices

White House officials offer differing signals while energy groups urge against restricting exports

Updated Sep 28, 2026 · 20:26 UTC24 reports

Latest update: Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the White House is considering export restrictions rather than an outright ban, while oil industry groups urged against restricting diesel exports.

The short version

  • President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. is very seriously considering a diesel export ban as national prices hover near record highs.[CNBC]
  • Energy Secretary Chris Wright indicated the administration is examining export restrictions rather than a complete ban, though a White House official previously claimed an export ban was off the table.[Fox News · CNBC]
  • Industry trade groups like the American Petroleum Institute have urged President Trump to reject any export limits, while analysts warn restrictions could cause adverse downstream market effects.[The Washington Sun · CNBC]

Key facts

  • President Donald Trump stated that the White House is very seriously considering a ban on diesel exports.[CNBC]
  • U.S. diesel prices averaged around $6.50 a gallon, close to the record high of $6.53 recorded on September 22.[CNBC]
  • Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that White House officials are evaluating restrictions rather than an outright export ban.[CNBC]
  • The American Petroleum Institute and other major business and energy organizations urged President Trump not to pursue a diesel export ban.[The Washington Sun]

What remains uncertain

  • It remains uncertain whether the administration will enact restrictions, as a White House official previously stated an export ban was no longer under consideration while Energy Secretary Wright noted restrictions were being examined.[Fox News · CNBC]

Sources

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