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- Gas prices have surged, with the national average reaching $4.14 per gallon in early April 2026, up nearly $1 since March as oil prices rise amid geopolitical tensions.
- Miranda Alcalá, a Queens resident, reports significant increases in fuel costs, with some drivers spending nearly double for a full tank.
- In Washington, D.C., residents express concerns about how higher prices will affect budgets and daily routines.
