As Trump brags about U.S. oil and gas company profits, his stocks gained millions during Iran war

TL;DR

President Trump's oil and gas stock holdings have increased in value by millions during the Iran war.
The value of his oil and gas stocks grew from an estimated $12.6 million-$46 million to $22.5 million-$81.6 million.
Trump has publicly celebrated large profits for U.S. oil and gas companies amid the conflict.
Americans are experiencing significantly higher gas prices due to the war's effects.
Critics, like Senator Maggie Hassan, point to potential conflicts of interest due to the president's financial ties to the energy sector.
Trump's financial disclosures show purchases of between $4.7 million and $17.5 million in oil and gas stocks since the war began.
Energy stocks have surged, outperforming the broader market, with companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil seeing significant price increases.
The White House states that Trump's portfolio is managed by third parties with no family input, asserting no conflicts of interest.
The cost of a gallon of regular gas has risen from $2.87 to $4.29 since the war's start.
The president has taken some actions to address fuel prices, including invoking the Defense Production Act and attempting deals for diesel fuel.

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