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- Gas prices are unlikely to fall soon, according to Energy Secretary Chris Wright on April 14, 2026.
- He cited the long-standing conflict with Iran as a major factor affecting energy prices.
- U.S. President Donald Trump echoed the concerns, warning that prices could rise because of ongoing tensions.
- Wright also acknowledged short-term disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz, arguing that higher prices are a necessary consequence of addressing the Iranian nuclear threat.
