White House Briefing Room Update

Fuel Prices Remain Elevated

President's Response on Energy Prices

New Steel Mill Announcement in Iowa

Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards

Trump vs. Ambassador Dispute on China Arms

President's Schedule for the Day

Fuel prices remain elevated across the country as inflation and energy costs loom over the 2026 midterm elections. Jon Decker reports from the White House after asking President Donald Trump when Americans can expect relief at the pump, with regular gasoline averaging $4.48 per gallon nationally and diesel reaching $6.45.

The president also announces plans for a massive $15 billion steel mill in Iowa, a project the White House says could support more than 1,700 jobs and eventually produce 7.5 million tons of steel annually. Trump points to U.S. tariffs on foreign steel as a key factor behind the investment.

Plus, the Trump administration officially rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards, lowering the federal requirement for model-year 2031 vehicles from 50.4 mpg to 34.5 mpg. Administration officials argue the move could reduce new-car prices, while critics warn drivers could ultimately pay more for fuel.

And Jon reports on an unusual disagreement between Trump and U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue over whether the president discussed potentially selling American weapons to Chinese President Xi Jinping during his U.S. visit.

Fuel prices remain elevated across the country as inflation and energy costs loom over the 2026 midterm elections. Jon Decker reports from the White House after asking President Donald Trump when Americans can expect relief at the pump, with regular gasoline averaging $4.48 per gallon nationally and diesel reaching $6.45.
The president also announces plans for a massive $15 billion steel mill in Iowa, a project the White House says could support more than 1,700 jobs and eventually produce 7.5 million tons of steel annually. Trump points to U.S. tariffs on foreign steel as a key factor behind the investment.
Plus, the Trump administration officially rolls back Biden-era fuel economy standards, lowering the federal requirement for model-year 2031 vehicles from 50.4 mpg to 34.5 mpg. Administration officials argue the move could reduce new-car prices, while critics warn drivers could ultimately pay more for fuel.
And Jon reports on an unusual disagreement between Trump and U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue over whether the president discussed potentially selling American weapons to Chinese President Xi Jinping during his U.S. visit.

Go beyond the headlines and get a front-row seat inside the White House with veteran correspondent Jon Decker, who has covered every president since Bill Clinton. Broadcasting straight from the White House Press Briefing Room, Jon brings you a daily 15-minute briefing on the most important developments from the Trump administration, delivered with clarity, context, and no political spin.

With over 30 years of experience and unique access to both the West Wing and Supreme Court, Jon distills the chaos into facts you can trust. Whether you're heading to work or packing the kids’ lunches, this podcast will arm you with everything you need to know about what’s really happening in Washington. Start your weekday mornings with smart, fair, and concise White House coverage, Monday through Friday, right here.

Go beyond the headlines and get a front-row seat inside the White House with veteran correspondent Jon Decker, who has covered every president since Bill Clinton. Broadcasting straight from the White House Press Briefing Room, Jon brings you a daily 15-minute briefing on the most important developments from the Trump administration, delivered with clarity, context, and no political spin.
With over 30 years of experience and unique access to both the West Wing and Supreme Court, Jon distills the chaos into facts you can trust. Whether you're heading to work or packing the kids&rsquo; lunches, this podcast will arm you with everything you need to know about what&rsquo;s really happening in Washington. Start your weekday mornings with smart, fair, and concise White House coverage, Monday through Friday, right here.

The White House Briefing Room with Jon Decker

Fuel prices remain elevated across the country as inflation and energy costs loom over the 2026 midterm elections. Jon Decker reports from the White House after asking President Donald Trump when Americans can expect relief at the pump, with regular gasoline averaging $4.48 per gallon nationally and diesel reaching $6.45.

Gas Prices Stay High as Trump Touts $15B Iowa Steel Mill and Rolls Back Fuel Rules

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