Day: January 9, 2026

Blue States – High Rates Tom Pyle, President, Institute for Energy Research

Energy News Beat This is a huge topic for the 2026 political season, and Tom Pyle stops by the Energy Impacts and Energy News Beat Podcast to talk about this report put out by the Institute for Energy Research. This episode will be co-hosted by David Blackmon and Stu Turley as we gear up for […]

Another Dark Fleet Tanker Boarded and Seized: U.S. Intensifies Crackdown on Sanctioned Oil Flows

Energy News Beat In a bold pre-dawn operation on January 9, 2026, U.S. forces from Joint Task Force Southern Spear boarded and seized the motor tanker Olina in the Caribbean Sea, marking the fifth such interception in recent weeks. The action, supported by Marines and Sailors launching from the USS Gerald R. Ford, underscores the […]

Oil and Venezuela: Insights from Former Rep. Jason Isaac on Trump’s Bold Energy Move

Energy News Beat In a recent appearance on Fox & Friends First, former Texas State Representative and current CEO of the American Energy Institute, Jason Isaac, shared his expert insights on President Donald Trump’s upcoming meeting with oil industry executives. The discussion centered on the potential for U.S. companies to revitalize Venezuela’s vast oil reserves, […]

Rio Tinto and Glencore Potential Merger: Implications for Investors and Consumers

Energy News Beat In a move that could reshape the global mining landscape, Rio Tinto and Glencore have reignited merger discussions, aiming to create a behemoth valued at over $200 billion, the world’s largest mining company. The talks, which resumed at the end of 2025, come amid surging demand for critical minerals like copper, driven […]

White House Putting America First: Withdrawing from Organizations, Conventions, and Treaties Contrary to U.S. Interests

Energy News Beat In a bold move that prioritizes American sovereignty and taxpayer dollars, President Donald J. Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum on January 7, 2026, directing the immediate withdrawal of the United States from dozens of international organizations deemed contrary to national interests. This action stems from a comprehensive review initiated by Executive Order […]