On the record · Updated October 18, 2026

Patrick De Haan quotes

head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy

2 things Patrick De Haan said, verbatim, from October 6, 2026 to October 10, 2026, each linked to where it ran. Grouped by the questions at issue, with who supported, disputed, or qualified each one.

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Oct 10latest entry

The Russian diesel deal will bring U.S. diesel prices down soon.

Qualifies Oct 10

“The psychological impact may reduce prices temporarily but it’ll take more time to determine if Russia has such ability”

USA Today Trump announces Russia will ship 300,000 tons of diesel, waiving sanctions until April ›

Others on this question

Rebecca Babin senior energy trader at CIBC Private Wealth Disputes

“For the midterms, it could still be too little, too late: The smallest volumes arrive upfront, when relief is needed most”

Tim Armitage investment strategist at Quilter Cheviot Disputes

“so it won't make a material difference to pump prices in the US”

Trump's red-dyed diesel order will meaningfully lower fuel costs.

Disputes Oct 6

“It’s not really a needle-mover”

CNN Trump tells a Nebraska rally to 'let them take out Los Angeles' ›

Others on this question

Andy Lipow president of Lipow Oil Associates Qualifies

“This does save the consumer money in the short term, but it doesn’t solve the underlying issue”

Donald Trump President Supports

“The typical trucker will save more than $100 every time they fill up”

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