Trial lawyer lawsuits threaten Louisiana’s LNG future just as global energy security faces new tests from Iran.

Trial lawyer lawsuits threaten Louisiana’s LNG future just as global energy security faces new tests from Iran.

As Iran targets vital oil and gas routes, Americans are reminded that energy is power — and Louisiana stands on the front lines. Families here at home feel it when prices spike at the pump or in their utility bills.

The ongoing conflict with Iran reminds us yet again that energy policy is not an academic debate. It is a matter of national security and household survival.

Iranian rocket and drone attacks have rattled vital energy facilities across the Middle East, disrupting liquified natural gas (LNG) flows and shaking global markets. Strikes have crippled production in Qatar and have forced regional shutdowns – causing surging oil prices that can be felt globally.

Tensions near the Strait of Hormuz only heighten the pressure. A massive share of the world’s seaborne oil passes through that narrow channel. When futures markets surge, small businesses that depend on affordable fuel face painful uncertainty. That volatility is a reminder of why American energy dominance is critical. Energy hubs like........

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