The shock order followed Trump allowing Russia to export diesel to the U.S. earlier this month in a move to drop fuel prices ahead of the midterm elections, as his war with Iran continues to impact energy prices. Gas prices are sitting at a national average of just under $4.30 per gallon with the midterm elections weeks away.

Ahead of the midterms Trump has boasted about the performance of the US economy. BBC Verify looks at inflation, jobs and economic growth in the country.

The two major-party candidates for Illinois’ open U.S. Senate seat clashed Tuesday night over the war in Iran, immigration and affordability, with Republican Don Tracy largely embracing President Donald Trump’s policies and Democrat Juliana Stratton ...