Even if the Iran war ended today, US fuel prices aren’t likely to normalize this year Prewar US gas prices averaged about $3 a gallon nationally – kiss that number goodbye for 2026 The Guardian - US · May 23
A mere 16% of Americans give high marks to the economy in what could be Trump’s undoing in midterms High gas prices and rising inflation could spell disaster for Republicans in the midterms The Independent UK · May 23
These Drivers Are Getting Hit Hardest By Fuel Costs: Study Some Toyota and Chevrolet owners are paying way more than others at the pump. Motor1 · May 22
White House secretly ‘freaked’ about potential of breaking $5.02 gas record set under Biden President Donald Trump has often boasted about his administration’s economic policies by comparing them to high prices under the Biden administration The Independent UK · May 22
Oil and gas prices to remain high in Europe at least until the end of 2027, officials say European Union officials say that Europeans can expect oil and gas prices to remain above what they were before the Iran war for at least until the end of 2027 AAP · May 22
Current price of oil as of May 22, 2026 When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why. Fortune · May 22
Newsom's office warns Californians to avoid Chevron this holiday weekend, citing high gas prices California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office is warning people to avoid buying gas from Chevron stations over Memorial Day weekend because of the high price at the pump The Independent UK · May 21
Trump approval sinks to record low among Republicans in stunning Fox News poll The survey, conducted May 15-18, just before news of Trump’s highly criticized $1.8 billion DOJ ‘slush fund’ deal came to light, found over half of Republicans disapprove of how Trump is handling the economy The Independent UK · May 21
Walmart Warns Of Pressure On Shoppers As High Gas Prices Weigh On Spending The retail giant posted strong quarterly sales growth but issued a weaker-than-expected guidance as fuel costs and economic worries strain consumers. International Business Times · May 21
Donald Trump just told struggling Americans to suck up the gas prices. His one-word description of their pain has them wondering whose side he’s on The man has never filled a tank with gas in his life. We Got This Covered · May 20
Every state soars above $4 for a gallon of gas as Memorial Day weekend approaches It’s more than $1.25 on average more expensive for a gallon than the 2025 holiday weekend The Independent UK · May 20
Oregon voters reject Democrats' gas tax increase as Iran war causes prices to soar Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers AAP · May 20
Oregon voters reject Democrats' gas tax increase as Iran war causes gas prices to soar Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers AAP · May 20
Majority of voters say Trump is using his office for personal gain as president promises ‘America is thriving’ As Americans struggle with soaring gas prices and high grocery bills, Trump boasted about the ‘thriving’ country at a White House picnic The Independent UK · May 20
Latin Times · May 19 Trump Calls High Gas Prices "Peanuts" as Americans Pay More at the Pump President Donald Trump dismissed the economic pain of rising gas prices as "peanuts" Tuesday, even as Americans face the highest fuel costs in years and inflation shows new signs of pressure from the war with Iran.
Fortune · May 19 Current price of oil as of May 19, 2026 When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.
The Texas Tribune · May 19 What soaring gas prices mean for Texas and how long it could take for costs to come down Here’s what you should know about the market forces at play and what higher prices mean for oil companies and the state.
The Independent UK · May 18 Iran shrugs as Trump continuously flip-flops between threats and extending peace talk deadlines ANALYSIS: Iran has figured out that Trump’s bluster and swirl of social media threats doesn’t matter much so long as they control the Strait of Hormuz, Andrew Feinberg writes
Reason · May 18 Donald Trump and Josh Hawley's Federal Gas Tax Holiday Would Save Drivers Less Than $9 Per Month It was a bad idea when Biden proposed it, and it's a bad idea now that Trump is proposing it. Want lower gas prices? End the war.
The Independent UK · May 18 Though gas prices dropped by a cent last week experts warn another spike could be coming ahead of Memorial Day Oil markets are sensitive to the ever-shifting geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, thus making gas prices volatile
Roll Call · May 18 Trump’s trip to China doesn’t move the needle on low approval ratings President Donald Trump returned from China with few concrete wins, and his refusal to owe Xi Jinping a favor in return for the Chinese president’s help reopening the Strait of Hormuz highlights his lack of a plan to ease Republicans’ gas prices concerns as Democrats hammer his 79-day-old conflict. After…
The Economic Times · May 18 The Iran war is now changing your Social Security check; here's the new 2027 COLA number Social Security COLA update 2027: Gas prices in America have surged above $4.10 per gallon, up sharply from $3.17 last year, and the impact is now reaching Social Security checks. The latest inflation spike, fueled by global oil tensions and the Iran conflict, is increasing pressure on millions of retirees…
The Independent UK · May 17 Lindsey Graham rants about Churchill and Nazis when asked to defend Trump’s comments on Americans’ finances Graham compares Trump to Winston Churchill amid the war in Iran causing gas prices to spike
The Economic Times · May 17 India must push solar, grid reforms to navigate oil price rise: Ex-NITI Aayog member Arvind Virmani suggested navigating this crisis by adopting a two-pronged strategy by implementing a gradual pass-through of rising oil and gas prices in the immediate term, while aggressively accelerating long-term structural reforms across its solar, storage, and distribution networks.
MarketBeat · May 16 3 Stocks to Own If Gas Prices Keep Rising With gas prices topping $4.50 per gallon, Par Pacific, Diamondback Energy, and Scorpio Tankers are positioned to benefit from rising energy costs.