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Gas Prices Surge Amid Iran Conflict, Trump Addresses Nation

4/2/2026

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Gas prices rise as the Iran conflict pushes higher oil costs, with diesel at $5.490 per gallon.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans a prime-time address to discuss the war's progress and its impact on gas prices.
Polls show 76% of Americans are dissatisfied with his handling of gas prices ahead of the midterms.
Brent crude nears $114 per barrel as oil prices rise.

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Gas prices rise as the Iran conflict pushes higher oil costs, with diesel at $5.490 per gallon.
U.S. President Donald Trump plans a prime-time address to discuss the war's progress and its impact on gas prices.
Polls show 76% of Americans are dissatisfied with his handling of gas prices ahead of the midterms.
Brent crude nears $114 per barrel as oil prices rise.