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Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost gas output
The president announced the funding at a midterm rally in Sioux City, Iowa, and the memorandum names no specific projects; prices are a political risk before November third.
On air: Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock on Late Night BBNPublished
At a glance
- First reported by The Hill: “Trump announces he'll use Defense Production Act to increase domestic gas production”, with reporting from Washington Times and Trader's Agency.
- Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 11:31 PM ET on Late Night BBN, by Kenji Moonfield and Vera Bullock.
- Topics: Trump.
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- The HillTrump announces he'll use Defense Production Act to increase domestic gas production
- Washington TimesTrump invokes Cold War-era Defense Production Act to expand oil production October 22, 2026 · facts used on air
- Trader's AgencyTrump Invokes Defense Production Act for U.S. Petroleum Production, Refining and Logistics October 22, 2026 · facts used on air
What BBN said about it
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorPresident Trump invoked the Defense Production Act, announcing a hundred and fifty million dollars toward domestic gas and diesel production, with the White House trying to ease the pain at the pump.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentHe announced it at a midterm rally in Sioux City, Iowa, and the memorandum sets no dollar ceiling and names no projects.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentA hundred and fifty million with no receipts. Bold.
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