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Newsom Faces Gas Industry Backlash Amid Price Concerns

3/2/2026

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California Governor Gavin Newsom faced backlash from the U.S. gas industry after criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump over gas prices.
Newsom says California's gas price stays under $5 for two years, yet the state has the highest US average at $4.646, well above the national $2.984.
A proposed mileage tax could cost drivers an extra $228 to $1,026 annually.
Recent refinery closures in California raise concerns about future price spikes.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom faced backlash from the U.S. gas industry after criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump over gas prices.
Newsom says California's gas price stays under $5 for two years, yet the state has the highest US average at $4.646, well above the national $2.984.
A proposed mileage tax could cost drivers an extra $228 to $1,026 annually.
Recent refinery closures in California raise concerns about future price spikes.