From the Guardian · · 1m 20s
Trump Faces Gas Price Crisis as Midterms Approach
Trump's gas price promises clash with voters' rising costs ahead of midterms.
In brief
Trump's gas price promises clash with voters' rising costs ahead of midterms. High gas prices threaten Republican chances in 2026 midterms as Trump's diesel deals fail to lower costs. Originally reported by the Guardian.
Gas Prices Impact Voters
US voters are deeply upset by high gas prices and likely to punish Republicans in midterms.
“It’s affecting my budget”
Sharie Smith's Struggle
Sharie Smith, 41, says high gas prices force her to cut children's extracurricular activities.
“You got to take away certain things, you got to take away from your kids”
Gas Price Surge
Gas prices are up $1.25 per gallon compared to 2025, at $4.29 per gallon.
“Gasoline costs are up more than $1.25 a gallon”
Trump's Diesel Deals
Trump announced diesel subsidies and red dye diesel deals to lower prices for farmers.
“Diesel prices for Americans and, indeed, the world, will be COMING DOWN, IN RECORD NUMBERS, AND FAST”
Energy Experts' View
Experts say Trump's deals won't lower prices and will raise costs for farmers.
“Zero. No elaboration needed”
Global Impact
Global diesel supply cuts from Middle East and Ukraine conflicts raise prices.
“Producing more diesel is difficult because Middle East refineries were damaged early in the war”
Price Increases
Diesel prices are up 75% to $6.30 per gallon compared to 2025.
“Diesel prices are up nearly 75%, to $6.30 a gallon”
Consumer Impact
Drivers face $55 extra per fill-up as prices rise for winter heating season.
“I can tell you this is making me want to park my car”
Voting Shift
Sharie Smith says she will vote Democrat due to gas prices and Republican mismanagement.
“They’re thinking about the wrong things, and now the price of gas is going up”
Midterm Election Risk
High gas prices threaten Republican chances in 2026 midterms as Trump's deals fail.
“Most definitely. Yes, this is extreme”
The short version
High gas prices threaten Republican chances in 2026 midterms as Trump's diesel deals fail to lower costs.
