What are the ramifications of Trump waiving the Jones Act for 60 days?
Published: March 20, 2026
Duration: 11:05
President Donald Trump's administration announced a 60-day waiver of the Jones Act shipping law, temporarily allowing foreign-flagged vessels to move fuel, fertilizer and other goods between U.S. ports to combat price increases and supply disruptions from the Iran conflict. Rashard Dawson, National Center for Public Policy Research, joins Newell to explain the ramifications.