Did Trump’s Jones Act waiver lower diesel prices?

By John D. McCown, for the CT Mirror The Trump Administration is frantically searching for ways to bring diesel prices under control, and the search is landing just as New England households start buying heating oil for winter. The White House has considered everything from encouraging refiners to limit exports, allowing broader use of tax-exempt […]
Why the Jones Act matters—to both Connecticut and Puerto Rico

by Jaime Santiago, CT Mirror. I’ve spent my career in the maritime industry, working with several shipping companies across Puerto Rico. Born and raised on the island, I’ve had the privilege of contributing to its port operations for decades. Today, I serve as Vice President and General Manager of McAllister Towing in Puerto Rico. From […]