President Biden vows to ' take action ' against Saudi Arabia | USA TODAY

President Joe Biden said the U.S. " will take action " on arms sales to Saudi Arabia after oil production cut .. RELATED : Biden considering ' alternatives ' after OPEC oil production cuts https://bit.ly/3fQXLZA Biden is consulting with Congress on whether to take action against Saudi Arabia . The administration argues the Saudi Arabia - led oil cartel's cut in production will help drive up the cost of gas , boosting Russia ' s oil revenue just as the United States and its allies are trying to reduce Russia's oil profits . Rising pump prices could also hurt Democrats in next month's midterm elections . Lawmakers have proposed blocking any future arms sales to the Saudis as well as allowing the Justice Department to use antitrust laws to challenge the OPEC + countries and their state - owned oil companies . While the security strategy doesn't mention Saudi Arabia specifically , in the section on the Middle East , the administration encourages " energy producers to use their resources to stabilize global energy markets while also preparing for a clean energy future and protecting American consumers . " > > Subscribe to USA TODAY http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh on this and