Harold G. Hamm, a billionaire oil and gas executive who supported Donald J. Trump’s campaign, is hosting a fossil fuel industry celebration on Inauguration Day, attended by influential figures like nominee Doug Burgum. The exclusive event, sponsored by groups like the Domestic Producers Energy Alliance and the American Petroleum Institute, highlights the industry’s strong ties to the incoming Trump administration and their shared goals of deregulation and increased energy production. With a focus on overturning environmental protections and expanding drilling opportunities, the celebration underscores the close relationship between the oil and gas industry and the Trump administration, symbolizing a significant shift in energy policy.
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Donald Trump triggers race to offer US concessions before tariffs hit
Donald Trump's decision to impose sweeping tariffs on US trade partners, including close security allies, has triggered a rush to find ways to placate Washington before the measures take effect. Countries have until April 5 to negotiate trade concessions with the US before the tariffs, ranging from 10% to over 50%, go into effect. Despite efforts by countries like the EU, Japan, and South Korea to offer concessions such as buying more US goods or...
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