U.S. economic reports

Recent U.S. economic reports show real GDP grew at an annualized rate of 
1.5% in the second quarter of 2026, while the unemployment rate stood at 
4.2% and the Consumer Price Index changed by -0.4% in June 2026.

The main problem with the economy is energy and how you generate it. 
Fossil fuel is not located where it's needed. So, where do we get it and 
how to extract and refine it, then distribute it where it's needed?

So, what's the problem?

The U.S. Central Command states the international waterway is open and 
traffic is flowing. President Donald Trump declared the U.S. as the 
guardian of the strait and asserted it is open to all general ship traffic.