Trump Says Energy Dominance and Trade Leverage Are Tied Together

Trump Says Energy Dominance and Trade Leverage Are Tied Together

Trump argues U.S. energy security, export capacity and tariff leverage should work together to strengthen trade negotiations and industrial policy.

Richard Miniter
First Published: August 16, 2026, 11:33 PM ET

Donald J. Trump argued that U.S. energy security, export capacity and tariff leverage should be used together to strengthen trade negotiations and industrial policy.