FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Melissa Brown, mbrown@usea.org

WASHINGTON, D.C. – USEA President & CEO Mark Menezes today released the following statement in response to President Trump’s address regarding Middle East developments and the vital role of American energy in global market stability:

“The recent disruptions in the Middle East underscore the absolute necessity of American energy leadership and the security of our global allies,” Menezes said. “USEA stands firmly with our partners, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain, who remain vital to the stability of the global energy landscape.

“USEA echoes President Trump’s assessment that recent volatility in domestic gasoline prices is a direct result of the Iranian regime’s repeated attacks on commercial tankers and energy infrastructure. This aggression confirms that Iran cannot be allowed to wield the threat of nuclear weapons or continue its disruption of the Strait of Hormuz.

“The United States is uniquely positioned to lead through this crisis. We have the resources and infrastructure to provide a stable, reliable alternative to nations currently facing fuel shortages. Our message to the global community is clear: Buy American oil. We have the supply necessary to offset these disruptions and maintain global economic resilience.

“We commend the Trump Administration’s swift actions to protect energy flows, including the provision of political risk insurance for tankers and coordinated releases from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. These measures, combined with the pursuit of military objectives, will ensure that this period of instability remains brief and leads to a more secure, low-cost energy future.”