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Inside the 24-hour sprint to convince Trump to drop his plans to toll Strait of Hormuz
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 14, 2026
· 5 min read
By Adam Cancryn, Kevin Liptak, Kaitlan Collins, CNN
(CNN) — President Donald Trump shocked Gulf allies and many of his own aides with his plan to impose a toll on the Strait of Hormuz, touching off an international scramble to convince him to reverse course on his demand, several sources famili...
Key takeaway will be, from this point forward, known as ‘THE GUARDIAN OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT,’” he wrote on Truth Social Monday morning, vowing to charge a 20% toll on all cargo shipped through the strait.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's role as a major trade hub makes the recent turmoil over the Strait of Hormuz toll proposal particularly relevant to the local economy. As a key gateway for international commerce, El Paso's businesses and residents rely on stable global trade routes. The prospect of a 20% toll on cargo shipped through the strait would have likely led to increased costs for local importers and exporters, potentially disrupting the flow of goods through the city's ports and border crossings. Although the proposal was ultimately dropped, the episode highlights the need for El Paso's leaders to stay informed about global events that can impact local trade and commerce. The city's economic development efforts should prioritize diversifying trade relationships and investing in infrastructure that can help mitigate the effects of global trade disruptions. By doing so, El Paso can reduce its vulnerability to unpredictable international events and ensure the continued growth of its economy.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? By Adam Cancryn, Kevin Liptak, Kaitlan Collins, CNN
(CNN) — President Donald Trump shocked Gulf allies and many of his own aides with his plan to impose a toll on the Strait of Hormuz, touching off an international scramble to convince him to reverse course on his demand, several sources famili...
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