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Trump Pushes Gas Tax Waiver, Voters Eye Midterm Impact

5/29/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged a waiver of the 18.4-cent federal gas tax.
Analysts say the waiver could save up to 18.4 cents per gallon, though drivers may see only 13–16 cents.
The federal gas tax creates a $17 billion shortfall for the Highway Trust Fund in 2026.
A poll found 81 % say gas prices strain budgets, influencing swing-voter decisions for the midterms.

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged a waiver of the 18.4-cent federal gas tax.
Analysts say the waiver could save up to 18.4 cents per gallon, though drivers may see only 13–16 cents.
The federal gas tax creates a $17 billion shortfall for the Highway Trust Fund in 2026.
A poll found 81 % say gas prices strain budgets, influencing swing-voter decisions for the midterms.