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Trump Wanted Gas Prices Lower ‘Immediately.’ They’re Back Above $4 as Iran Conflict Escalates

Jul 20, 2026 · 08:03 AM ET· updated 15h ago
Trump Wanted Gas Prices Lower ‘Immediately.’ They’re Back Above $4 as Iran Conflict Escalates

Gas prices hit a $4 national average as the U.S.-Iran conflict escalates, defying Trump's demands for retailers to lower fuel costs.

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Gas prices went back up to $4 a gallon because fighting between the U.S. and Iran made people worried about oil supplies. When people worry about getting enough oil, prices go up—and that affects everything that uses fuel, like cars and trucks.

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