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September 21, 2026
Sen. Grassley Urges Trump to Implement Diesel Export Embargo for Farmers
- Senator Chuck Grassley proposed a diesel export embargo to support struggling farmers.
- Farmers are facing high costs due to tariffs and increased beef imports, affecting their livelihoods.
- The national average diesel price reached $6.51, significantly higher than last year.
- Grassley's call reflects broader discontent among rural voters ahead of the midterm elections.
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- GOP lawmakers sound alarm on diesel fuel costsSep 21, 2026 at 1:50 PM · Washington Post
- Republican lawmakers are running out of time to assuage voters angry about soaring fuel costs—an issue seen as the GOP’s biggest political liability in the midtermsSep 21, 2026 at 2:13 PM · WSJ
- Key ally urges Trump to back US farmers amid anger over rising pricesSep 21, 2026 at 4:18 PM · The Guardian
- Hinson calls for end to Iran war amid soaring diesel costsSep 21, 2026 at 4:59 PM · Politico