Trump extends Jones Act waiver for 90 days, cites national security
The Trump administration suspended for 90 days a law that bars foreign-owned and crewed ships from transporting goods between U.S. ports, saying the move will help contain price increases and serve national security aims.
The Trump administration extended a waiver of the Jones Act for an additional 90 days. The suspension permits foreign-owned and crewed vessels to move goods between U.S. ports; officials said the action is intended to contain rising prices and advance national security objectives.