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Trump Under Pressure as Gas Prices Surge Amid Iran Conflict

3/5/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces pressure to address rising gas prices amid the war with Iran.
Chief of Staff Susie Wiles urges aides to find solutions as Brent crude climbs from $72 to over $82 per barrel.
The average gas price rose 11 cents overnight to $3.11.
Ideas include a gasoline tax holiday and military protection for oil infrastructure, but they require congressional approval and may not alleviate crisis quickly.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces pressure to address rising gas prices amid the war with Iran.
Chief of Staff Susie Wiles urges aides to find solutions as Brent crude climbs from $72 to over $82 per barrel.
The average gas price rose 11 cents overnight to $3.11.
Ideas include a gasoline tax holiday and military protection for oil infrastructure, but they require congressional approval and may not alleviate crisis quickly.