Exxon and Chevron Report Lower Profits While Girding for Tariffs

President Trump’s trade policies have helped to push down oil prices while raising the costs of materials for oil and gas companies.

U.S. Gas Industry Pushes Back on Trump Shipbuilding Rules

The main oil and gas trade group wants the Trump administration to reconsider maritime rules released in April that would require it to use some U.S. ships to transport liquefied natural gas.

Trump Threatens Climate Policies in the States

After halting federal attempts to combat global warming, President Trump is now targeting efforts by states to reduce greenhouse gases, setting up a legal clash.

Oil Executives Refrain From Publicly Criticizing Trump or His Tariffs

Eager to stay in Mr. Trump’s good graces, oil executives refrain from publicly criticizing the president. But privately, ‘Everyone’s afraid.’

Oil Prices Tumble Further as Trump’s Tariffs Weigh on Economic Outlook

Crude oil now costs around 15 percent less than it did before the president revealed his plans to impose stiff new tariffs on imports from most countries.

Criticizing Putin, Trump Threatens Russia With Secondary Tariffs

President Trump said he could impose tariffs on nations that buy oil from Russia if it thwarts negotiations for a peace deal in Ukraine. He suggested the same step was possible for Iran.