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Trump's Gas Price Warnings Raise GOP Midterm Concerns

4/14/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump suggested gas prices might remain high, a stance that worries GOP lawmakers ahead of the 2026 midterms as inflation remains a top issue.
An anonymous GOP operative said rising gas prices are visible and could hinder messaging.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Qalibaf warned gas prices could worsen due to Trump's blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
He suggested Americans may miss lower prices as the situation unfolds.

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U.S. President Donald Trump suggested gas prices might remain high, a stance that worries GOP lawmakers ahead of the 2026 midterms as inflation remains a top issue.
An anonymous GOP operative said rising gas prices are visible and could hinder messaging.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Qalibaf warned gas prices could worsen due to Trump's blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
He suggested Americans may miss lower prices as the situation unfolds.