"White House starts preparing the public for persistently high gas pri (I see $5.00/Gal in our near future. tRump did that.)
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"White House starts preparing the public for persistently high gas prices." By Steve Benen
https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/white-house-starts-preparing-the-public-for-prolonged-high-gas-prices
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Consumers hoping for a break at the pump are getting signals from Team Trump: It’s probably best to start lowering expectations.
When it comes to energy policy and prices at gas stations, Republicans have found solace in the calendar. Yes, consumers are frustrated now, but Election Day 2026 is still 29 weeks away, and there’s plenty of time to end the war with Iran, reopen shipping lanes and see the broader elements stabilize in the coming months.
The truth is more complex. Dozens of energy sites throughout the Middle East have been struck as part of the war; wells have to be reopened; and some infrastructure will have to be rebuilt. It will take time. What’s more, Donald Trump responded to his administration’s latest failed diplomatic talks with Iran by imposing a new blockade, which doesn’t appear to be working well and has had the predictable effect of pushing oil prices higher.
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