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America Says It Wants More Ships. So Why Is Washington Letting Foreign Vessels Carry American Cargo?

Jul 18, 2026

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America Says It Wants More Ships. So Why Is Washington Letting Foreign Vessels Carry American Cargo?

As the war with Iran disrupts energy markets, the White House is considering extending a waiver that allows foreign ships and crews to move certain cargo between U.S. ports. For Hampton Roads, the contradiction is difficult to ignore.

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