All In with Chris Hayes Oil shock could backfire on fossil fuel-loving Trump, ignite ‘green future’
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May 2, 2026 
Melissa Murray, NYU law professor and constitutional scholar, and Benjamin Weiser, veteran New York Times federal courts reporter. They dig into soaring gas prices and who profits, compare today’s clean-energy alternatives to 1970s oil shocks, and unpack sealed court records tied to a purported Jeffrey Epstein note and related legal motions.
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War Has Boosted Oil Profits While Harming Consumers
- Trump's war on Iran has produced no tangible benefits while sharply raising costs for Americans, especially via a near 50% spike in gas prices since the conflict began.
- ExxonMobil and Chevron reported stronger-than-expected earnings as gas hit $4.39 a gallon, illustrating how the oil industry benefits from the supply shock while refusing to raise U.S. production.
Treat Politicians' Private Wins As Policy Clues
- Recognize political incentives: Chris Hayes highlights Trump's private praise of industry profits as a signal that policies favor oil over consumers.
- Pay attention to leaders' private comments (e.g., Mar-a-Lago dinner) as evidence of which constituencies benefit from policy choices.
This Energy Shock Meets A Ready Green Alternative
- Unlike 1970s energy crises, in 2026 there are price-competitive clean alternatives ready now, including EVs and home solar, which can break dependence on seaborne fossil fuels.
- Chris Hayes and Robinson Meyer point to rapid EV adoption abroad, megawatt flash charging, and DIY rooftop solar setups that already let individuals charge cars off-grid.