Trump’s Energy Ceasefire Fails, D.C. Golf Course Tree Removal Blocked by Judge
Trump's energy ceasefire flops as oil prices rise. Judge halts tree removal at D.C. golf course linked to Trump.
POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — Oil prices climbed following the failure of President Donald Trump’s “energy ceasefire” proposal, which did not gain support from either Russia or Ukraine. Brent crude rose to nearly $108 per barrel, while U.S. crude increased to about $94. By Tuesday, prices had slightly declined but remained elevated.
Russian forces continued targeting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, including an attack on a power plant in Kharkiv. Trump claimed he believed both sides had agreed to the ceasefire, saying, They agreed, you know why? Because I said, ‘You agree.’
Trump also announced a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to supply 300,000 tons of diesel fuel to the global market, which would require lifting sanctions imposed in 2022. The move drew criticism from Ukrainian officials, European allies, and some U.S. lawmakers. Meanwhile, a federal judge issued a restraining order to halt further tree removals at East Potomac Golf Course, a project Trump aims to renovate into one of the world’s top courses. Judge Ana Reyes expressed frustration over the sudden action, calling it a loss of government credibility.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
