Acknowledges U.S. has upper hand in negotiations but separates that from political pressure at home.

States the negotiations are 'very high stakes' with 'a lot at stake for the global economy,' noting current market volatility.

Says the sooner a deal is reached to reopen the Strait and allow oil to flow, the better, as it will 'really dictate' where gas prices go.

Highlights the political reality: constituents are ultimately paying attention to gas prices and how much the conflict is costing them personally.

Notes the challenge: preventing a terrorist attack doesn't give credit, but high gas prices get immediate blame.

Compares situation favorably to Biden era (shorter duration, lower prices) but stresses need to get it under control, hoping for clarity in next 48 hours.

Points to Trump's ability to lower prices via domestic energy production once conflict resolves.