"Through his agreements with Saudi Arabia, Trump has managed to keep oil prices in a comfortable zone: high enough to be profitable for U.S. producers, yet still affordable for consumers. But his real strength lies in the gas market, where the United States maintains a dominant position."
"Although the United States produces oil, its benchmark price is set internationally, and a global rise in crude prices reaches U.S. gas stations. But Trump—who appears to be better advised on oil matters than in other areas—saw that the slack in the oil market allowed him to intervene without paying such a high cost."
"The White House states that in 2025, the United States set a historic new record by exporting more than 100 million metric tons of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in a single year—the first country ever to achieve this milestone. The statement predicts that exports will grow and that the U.S. will meet the new demand thanks to the easing of restrictions on drilling."
Trump's foreign policy conflicts are grounded in an energy strategy centered on 'drill, baby, drill' and 'energy dominance.' By negotiating with Saudi Arabia, Trump maintains oil prices at levels beneficial to U.S. producers while remaining affordable domestically. His strategic advantage lies in the liquefied natural gas market, where the United States holds dominant global position. Unlike previous administrations that avoided Gulf conflicts due to resulting fuel price increases, Trump identified market slack allowing intervention without steep domestic costs. The White House credits Trump's first term with achieving historic LNG export records, exceeding 100 million metric tons annually. This energy dominance directly supports Middle East military actions, as global LNG control reduces consequences of regional conflicts on American consumers.
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