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Gas Prices Surge to $4.14 Amid Geopolitical Tensions

4/8/2026

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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.