Trump touts energy companies' fortunes during Iran war

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President Donald Trump has touted the fortunes of U.S. energy companies during the Iran war while campaigning for Republican candidates ahead of next week's midterm elections. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Trump was focused on driving energy prices down, as the administration links elevated fuel costs to efforts to block Iran's nuclear program.

WHO: President Donald Trump and Energy Secretary Chris Wright

WHAT: Trump touted U.S. energy companies' fortunes during the Iran war, while Wright said Trump was focused on driving energy prices down.

WHEN: Reported Oct 27, 2026 at 5:29 PM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Trump was campaigning for Republican candidates ahead of next week's midterm elections; Wright said the administration was focused on driving energy prices down as it sought to block Iran's nuclear program.

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