Iran-US war latest: Tehran retaliates after Trump orders fresh strikes on military sites White House dismisses report of draft agreement with Tehran as ‘complete fabrication’ The Independent UK · May 27
Gas prices are heading down - how long will it last? The national average price of gas on Tuesday was $4.49 according to AAA The Independent UK · May 26
As US stock market hits new highs, 2 of 3 Americans are cutting back on spending, survey shows U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record levels AAP · May 26
Consumer Confidence Declines In May After Three Months Of Gains As Gas Prices Remain Elevated U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly in May as gas prices remain high and inflation continues to rise. International Business Times · May 26
Consumer confidence dented with gas prices around $4.50 and inflation still elevated U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record levels The Independent UK · May 26
Newsom lambasts Hegseth for sharing video of Army Blackhawk helicopters flying with Indy 500 California governor complained about gas prices, which have increased to about $6.12 per gallon in his state amid the Iran war The Independent UK · May 26
‘It’s taking all of our money’: truck drivers in Iowa lament gas price surge sparked by Trump’s Iran war As the summer season warms up, long-haul truck drivers lament their bills and vendors worry about raising prices The Guardian - US · May 24
Woman Goes To Fill Her Gas Tank Up At Costco. Then The Pump Won’t Turn Off: 'Overfilling Can Push Liquid Fuel...' 'Costco can we do better?' Motor1 · May 24
Trump talks up his ballroom plan dozens of times but plays down Americans' economic pain President Trump is prioritizing legacy projects like a White House ballroom. This focus comes as Americans grapple with high gas prices. Some Republicans worry this appears insensitive. The President has frequently mentioned the ballroom. Democrats criticize it as a vanity project. The administration states it is about legacy. The President… The Economic Times · May 24
Woman Road-Trips From Arizona To Wisconsin In Her Subaru. Then She Reveals What It Cost 'Not too baddddd.' Motor1 · May 24
Even if the Iran war ended today, US fuel prices aren’t likely to normalize this year Prewar US gas prices averaged about $3 a gallon nationally – kiss that number goodbye for 2026 The Guardian - US · May 23
A mere 16% of Americans give high marks to the economy in what could be Trump’s undoing in midterms High gas prices and rising inflation could spell disaster for Republicans in the midterms The Independent UK · May 23
These Drivers Are Getting Hit Hardest By Fuel Costs: Study Some Toyota and Chevrolet owners are paying way more than others at the pump. Motor1 · May 22
White House secretly ‘freaked’ about potential of breaking $5.02 gas record set under Biden President Donald Trump has often boasted about his administration’s economic policies by comparing them to high prices under the Biden administration The Independent UK · May 22
AAP · May 22 Oil and gas prices to remain high in Europe at least until the end of 2027, officials say European Union officials say that Europeans can expect oil and gas prices to remain above what they were before the Iran war for at least until the end of 2027
Fortune · May 22 Current price of oil as of May 22, 2026 When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.
The Independent UK · May 21 Newsom's office warns Californians to avoid Chevron this holiday weekend, citing high gas prices California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office is warning people to avoid buying gas from Chevron stations over Memorial Day weekend because of the high price at the pump
The Independent UK · May 21 Trump approval sinks to record low among Republicans in stunning Fox News poll The survey, conducted May 15-18, just before news of Trump’s highly criticized $1.8 billion DOJ ‘slush fund’ deal came to light, found over half of Republicans disapprove of how Trump is handling the economy
International Business Times · May 21 Walmart Warns Of Pressure On Shoppers As High Gas Prices Weigh On Spending The retail giant posted strong quarterly sales growth but issued a weaker-than-expected guidance as fuel costs and economic worries strain consumers.
We Got This Covered · May 20 Donald Trump just told struggling Americans to suck up the gas prices. His one-word description of their pain has them wondering whose side he’s on The man has never filled a tank with gas in his life.
The Independent UK · May 20 Every state soars above $4 for a gallon of gas as Memorial Day weekend approaches It’s more than $1.25 on average more expensive for a gallon than the 2025 holiday weekend
AAP · May 20 Oregon voters reject Democrats' gas tax increase as Iran war causes prices to soar Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers
AAP · May 20 Oregon voters reject Democrats' gas tax increase as Iran war causes gas prices to soar Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers
The Independent UK · May 20 Majority of voters say Trump is using his office for personal gain as president promises ‘America is thriving’ As Americans struggle with soaring gas prices and high grocery bills, Trump boasted about the ‘thriving’ country at a White House picnic
Latin Times · May 19 Trump Calls High Gas Prices "Peanuts" as Americans Pay More at the Pump President Donald Trump dismissed the economic pain of rising gas prices as "peanuts" Tuesday, even as Americans face the highest fuel costs in years and inflation shows new signs of pressure from the war with Iran.