Gas prices have surged to their highest level since 2022, driven by the ongoing Iran war initiated by President Trump 61 days ago. The national average is $4.30 per gallon, with California at $6.01.
- The Strait of Hormuz, a key oil chokepoint, remains effectively closed. - American households have paid over $29.2 billion more for fuel since the war began.
- Seven states have seen larger price increases than California. The White House has not presented any plan to address rising costs, leaving families to bear the burden of what is being called 'Trump's Iran war tax.'