Overview
- AAA reports the national average for regular gas at $3.912 as of March 20, up more than $1 per gallon since early February.
- Coverage ties the jump to tensions and U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, and President Trump has said the temporary increase is worth eliminating Iranian threats.
- Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Americans will feel higher prices for a few more weeks and stated there is a good chance gas could drop below $3 by summer.
- The administration announced a 60-day Jones Act waiver on March 18 to help address oil-market disruptions linked to the conflict with Iran.
- Voter interviews show Trump supporters split over paying more at the pump, and new 'I did that' stickers featuring Trump are appearing on gas pumps and being sold online, with sightings reported in high-cost states such as Arizona.