In today’s FreightWaves Morning Minute, we look at the escalating geopolitical conflict that has sent crude oil prices surging to $110 a barrel, creating a major shock for small carriers and owner-operators. We also cover Mexico’s sweeping cancellation of permits for 350 steel importers, and Senator Mark Kelly’s push for the SHIPS for America Act to rebuild U.S. maritime dominance.⁠Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast⁠⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices