Seth Meyers on Trump’s poll ratings: ‘His disapproval is higher than Covid and January 6’ Late-night hosts discussed Trump’s disapproval ratings hitting a record high and the closure of Spirit Airlines The Guardian - US · May 5
Trump shrugs off high gas prices, creating political headwinds for GOP President Donald Trump has mostly shrugged off rising gasoline prices since his conflict with Iran began over two months ago, giving Republicans political heartburn ahead of the midterm elections as prices are up again this week amid new tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. As gas prices continue to tick… Roll Call · May 5
Filling up the gas tank of America’s most popular cars just got more expensive. Here’s by how much Trump administration insists prices will drop whenever Iran war ends The Independent UK · May 4
‘We’re a perfect example of being lied to’: Democrats vie to flip Ohio in a battle for trust Trump’s war in Iran and gas prices dominate messaging as state prepares for special election to fill Senate seat The Guardian - US · May 4
Trump’s approval ratings plummet amid Iran war and sky-high gas prices, poll finds A new poll found that 66 percent of Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the Iran war The Independent UK · May 3
Chevron CEO warns Trump’s oil crisis could get even worse Two in three Americans blame Trump for high gas prices, according to Quinnipiac poll The Independent UK · May 3
Here’s how Americans say they are dealing with record-breaking gas prices IN FULL The Independent UK · May 3
Nearly half of Americans say they are cutting daily expenses to deal with spiking gas prices from Trump’s Iran war Americans are pulling back on household expenses, altering travel plans and driving less as a result, the poll found The Independent UK · May 3
$100 Oil Shock: 3 Ways This Week’s Price Spike Could Hit Your Retirement Budget Fast If you’ve noticed gas prices climbing again, you’re not imagining it, and it’s not just about what you pay at the pump. Recent global tensions... Saving Advice · May 2
Gas prices jumped 9 cents overnight. These states have the highest cost per gallon Prices around the country soared this week, with one state eclipsing $6 per gallon The Independent UK · May 1
US fast-food chain launching a new loyalty program after drop in customers due to Iran war Wingstop's CEO, Michael Skipworth, attributed an 8.7 percent decline in first-quarter same-restaurant sales to rising gas prices caused by the war in Iran. The Independent UK · May 1
Current price of oil as of May 1, 2026 When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why. Fortune · May 1
Wingstop saw its sales drop as company blames Iran war and high gas prices for customer decrease The current national average gas price is $4.30 per gallon The Independent UK · Apr 30
Tax refunds and AI boom have offset some US economic pain from Iran war and high gas prices, so far Americans are paying for the war in Iran with every visit to the gas station, but some of the damage to the U.S. economy is being offset — for now anyway — by big tax refunds and an investment boom driven by artificial intelligence The Independent UK · Apr 30
Reason · Apr 30 How High Plus: FISA reauthorization passes the House, a very capitalist museum, escalation in the redistricting wars, and more...
The Independent UK · Apr 30 Key inflation gauge jumps to highest level in 3 years as Iran war spikes gas prices A key inflation measure jumped in March as gas prices soared, the latest sign that the Iran war is pushing up the cost of living and delaying any interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve
The Texas Tribune · Apr 30 High gas prices eating into Texans’ budgets, fueling inflation The average price for a gallon of gas in Texas has risen from $2.55 in early February to $3.78 at the end of April.
The Independent UK · Apr 30 The states where a $100,000 salary qualifies you as ‘lower middle class’: report Cost-of-living issues are expected to be a major theme in the 2026 midterms
The Independent UK · Apr 29 Gas price hits $4.23 - highest mark since Putin invaded Ukraine Persistently high gas prices could spell midterm trouble for the Republicans, who ran in 2024 on their economic agenda after years of Biden-era inflation
Reason · Apr 29 Corn Belt Politicians Are Using High Gas Prices To Push Even More Carveouts for Ethanol “The sale of E15 year-round would help the ethanol industry and no one else,” says one agricultural policy expert.
The Mary Sue · Apr 29 Gas just hit $4 because Donald Trump picked a fight he can’t finish and your tank is paying his tab Gas prices in the U.S. just hit their highest level in four years. The average gallon of gas now costs $4.17, according to AAA data released on April 28, 2026. That’s a $1.19 jump since the war with Iran kicked off on February 28, marking a 28% increase in just…
The Guardian - US · Apr 29 US gas prices hit $4.23 high as Hormuz fears drive oil surge Blockade threat in vital strait and Trump’s stance lift crude, pushing pump prices to highest level since 2022
The Independent UK · Apr 29 Trump’s approval rating sinks to new low as the Iran war drives affordability concerns for Americans Gas prices have surged to about $4.18 per gallon as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran have stalled
Latin Times · Apr 28 Iran War Pushes U.S. Gas Prices To Highest Level Since the Conflict Began as Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed Gas prices were near $4.18 a gallon on Tuesday, up $1.19 since late February, when the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran.
International Business Times · Apr 28 Iran War Pushes U.S. Gas Prices To Highest Level Since War Began as Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed Gas prices were near $4.18 a gallon on Tuesday, up $1.19 since late February, when the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran.