Rising gas prices frustrate voters. Trump says it's an 'inexpensive price to pay' for the Iran war
The United States engaged in military action against Iran, which led to increases in gas prices. Surveys and interviews with voters across multiple states show that people are experiencing financial strain from these higher gas prices. Former President Trump characterized the gas price increases as an acceptable cost of the military action.
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1 viewpointWhy high gas prices are not a 'small price to pay' as Trump says
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3 viewpointsTrump says rising gas prices are an ‘inexpensive price to pay’ for the Iran war
Rising gas prices frustrate voters; Trump says it's an 'inexpensive price to pay' for the Iran war
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1 viewpointAs high fuel costs force people to choose between filling up or buying groceries, Trump says ‘it’s a very inexpensive price to pay’ for the Iran war