...Washington's worst-kept secrets. That adds an unfortunate political twist to his crusade for cheaper oil. Oil industry executives got a glimpse of Richardson's campaign when he spoke at a conference in Europe early last month. The energy...

...Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney, who headed the task force that produced the plan, are former Texas oil industry executives. Energy companies also were heavy contributors to the former Texas governor's presidential campaign. "George...

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Oil industry executives rejected charges Tuesday that they manipulated gasoline supplies to increase prices. A senator said there is strong evidence that...