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- United States President Donald Trump indicated that gas prices may persist until the November midterm elections, complicating Republican strategies.
- The remarks followed failed negotiations between United States and Iranian leaders, contributing to rising oil prices.
- Republican strategist Douglas Heye said Trump's mixed messaging complicates efforts to shift inflation blame onto President Biden.
- As gas prices rise, historical trends point to lower presidential approval and Democrats gaining leverage in midterm campaigns.
