https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-to-host-oil-executives-after-accusing-refiners-of-gouging-consumersContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-to-host-oil-executives-after-accusing-refiners-of-gouging-consumershttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/trump-to-host-oil-executives-after-accusing-refiners-of-gouging-consumers#u54169Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:45:07 +0000President Trump is convening a meeting with U.S. oil refiners and fuel retailers to push for lower gas prices. The White House is acting as fuel costs remain stubborn and rise further due to the war with Iran. Trump previously accused refiners of gouging consumers. The administration is seeking ways to reduce costs for drivers ahead of the midterm elections, though a separate plan involving the Venezuelan Strategic Petroleum Reserve has met with skepticism.Why it mattersFuel prices often influence voter sentiment during election cycles. The current price surge is linked to geopolitical instabi