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13 November 2026

White House to extend Jones Act waiver as deadline nears, sources say

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Source reporting: FreightWaves

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White House to extend Jones Act waiver as deadline nears, sources say

The Trump administration is weighing another controversial extension of a temporary Jones Act waiver ahead of its Sunday expiration, potentially preserving a shipping option intended to ease fuel transportation constraints and help contain costs. Sources who spoke on the condition of anonymity tell FreightWaves and Reuters that the administration is expected to extend the waiver. The current authorization is scheduled to expire at 11:59 p. m. ET on November 15.

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