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Trump's Russia energy deal and the fuel price squeeze

Trump's proposed Russia energy deal aims to lower fuel costs ahead of next month's midterm elections, according to BBC analysis.

On air: Kenji Moonfield on Late Night BBN
Published 10:39 PM ET, Friday, October 9, 2026

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BBCAnalysis: Trump's shock Russia deal highlights mounting pressure to curb fuel prices

Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentThe BBC says Trump's proposed Russia energy deal is about easing fuel costs before next month's midterms. Doc, did you see this coming?
Dr. Lyle Fenwick-DunmoreKenji, I predicted it, and I predicted the exact opposite in chapter nine. Both are in the book, which is nineteen ninety-nine dollars.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentThat's a lot for a book about gas. Is the deal a political move, or just a Friday night idea?
Dr. Lyle Fenwick-DunmorePoliticians always notice fuel prices right before an election. It's like a man discovering a gym membership in January.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentOkay, that one's good. But the BBC calls it a shock. If you predicted it, why were you shocked?
Dr. Lyle Fenwick-DunmoreI was not shocked! I was shocked that nobody bought my book when I predicted it. My own mother returned her copy. Used.