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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Andrew Feinberg

Biden warns oil and gas industry against using Hurricane Ian to raise prices: ‘There is no excuse’

AP

President Joe Biden on Wednesday issued a stern warning to oil and gas executives against using disruptions caused by Hurricane Ian as a basis for raising gasoline and diesel fuel prices that have been steadily declining in recent months.

Speaking at a White House conference on hunger and nutrition, Mr Biden offered the warning at the outset of his remarks while discussing his contact with Florida officials in preparation for the arrival of the category four storm.

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