Trump's Petro-Powered Policies Put America First
The Trump administration's policies have been dominated by oil interests, according to an opinion piece in Newsweek.
A recent decision to roll back mileage standards for cars and trucks is seen as a move to benefit oil companies, with the author suggesting that President Donald Trump has been 'paying them back' since his inauguration through various appointments and policies.
The article cites an anti-corruption report by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) which found that oil companies contributed $220 million to Trump's campaign and inauguration funds.
The author also points out that Trump has been closely tied to Middle Eastern oil interests, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, with these countries providing significant financial support to his business ventures and receiving favorable treatment in return.