Chuck Grassley Urges Trump to Revive 1970s Emergency Measures Amid Oil Crisis

As the cost of diesel fuel continues to climb, Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley is turning to President Donald Trump for urgent assistance, urging him to adopt emergency measures reminiscent of the 1970s. In a social media post late Saturday, Grassley highlighted the alarming price of diesel in Iowa, which recently surged to $6.57 per gallon, explaining that such inflation is detrimental to farmers’ incomes. “High … Continue reading Chuck Grassley Urges Trump to Revive 1970s Emergency Measures Amid Oil Crisis

Marlon G. BaxterSeptember 20, 2026September 20, 2026Leave a comment

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Grassley Urges Trump to Invoke 1970s Crisis Measures as Oil Prices Soar

In a surprising appeal, Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) has called on President Donald Trump to impose emergency measures to alleviate the surging diesel prices that farmers across the country are grappling with. In a social media post on Saturday, Grassley referred to historical actions taken during the 1970s, suggesting that an embargo on diesel exports could stabilize prices. Grassley highlighted the dire circumstances for farmers, … Continue reading Grassley Urges Trump to Invoke 1970s Crisis Measures as Oil Prices Soar