When Trump was president and US oil production was at its peak, so we competed directly with Saudi Arabia, which should have created hostility on the latter’s part, Saudi Arabia and America had a strong relationship. The Saudis liked and trusted Trump especially when it came to his dealings with Iran. The opposite is true for the Saudi relationship with Joe Biden. While Biden’s attacks on American oil production have enriched the Saudis, they disrespect him and feel betrayed by his dealings with Iran.
That may explain the October surprise bombshell that the Biden administration begged them to delay their announcement about oil cuts until after the midterm election. Today, that same bombshell exploded a bit harder when Saudi Arabia officially confirmed what the Biden administration had done…
