Trump says oil firms making 'too much money' as critics call for windfall tax

President Trump criticized oil industry profits amid geopolitical tensions while environmental advocates argue his own policies have enabled higher prices and call for a windfall profits tax.

First covered Aug 7, 2026 · 2:00 AM PT · 1 article

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