Trump Says US Could Remain in Iran and Keep Oil, Similar to Deal With Venezuela

The president's comments were made as oil and gas prices remain elevated.

Trump Says US Could Remain in Iran and Keep Oil, Similar to Deal With Venezuela

TL;DR

  • President Trump suggested the U.S. could stay in Iran and "keep the oil."
  • This potential action was compared to the U.S. move to control some of Venezuela's oil reserves.
  • Trump claimed U.S. revenue from Venezuela had "paid for the war many times."
  • No further details were provided regarding an oil agreement with Iran or troop deployment.