Karoline Leavitt Claims Trump Has Reduced Gas Prices With a Straight Face
White House Comments on Gas Prices Amid Ongoing Military Actions On Wednesday, White House press secretary Caroline Levitt stated that gas prices have seen a decrease during the Trump administration, despite a notable rise since the onset of military operations against Iran. President Trump recently declared a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz via […]
Gas prices in LA have decreased a bit, but an increase is on the way.
Gasoline prices in Los Angeles County dropped to an average of $5.985 per gallon on Tuesday, marking the sixth consecutive day of price declines, the longest streak since December 2025. This current average reflects a 6.3-cent reduction from a week ago, which is certainly a relief for residents after a tough few weeks. However, it’s […]
Gavin Newsom attempts to hold gas companies responsible for high gas prices and faces backlash from a community note.
California Governor Gavin Newsom may have second thoughts about his recent push for higher gas prices targeting Chevron after facing backlash on social media platform X. Residents are grappling with some of the highest gas prices in the nation, driven by a mix of heavy state taxes, strict regulations, and the repercussions of the conflict […]
Trump suggests gas prices could stay elevated until the November elections.
MIAMI — On Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that oil and gasoline prices might stay elevated until the midterm elections in November. This remark marks a rare recognition of the potential political consequences stemming from his recent military actions against Iran. During an appearance on Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures with Maria Bartiromo,” he […]
Dollar Index bounces back to 99.00 as rising oil prices raise concerns about a stricter Fed policy
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which evaluates the US dollar against six key currencies, rose by about 0.25% to around 99.00 during European trading on Monday. This strengthening of the dollar seems to be driven by a mix of factors, including a cautious market atmosphere and renewed fears regarding potential interest rate hikes by the […]
See Maria Bartiromo’s reaction as Trump says gas prices could rise a bit.
Trump Talks Gas Prices Amid Iran Tensions During an appearance on “Sunday Morning Futures,” host Maria Bartiromo expressed surprise when President Donald Trump suggested that gas prices might increase. This statement came after Trump announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, shortly following comments from Vice President J.D. Vance that diplomatic efforts with […]
Why gas prices are likely to stay high — and ways to ease the burden
Rising Gas Prices: A Strain on Drivers In a recent episode of “Drive with Lauren and Carl,” Carl Braugher and I jumped into a conversation about something every driver notices first: the gas prices at the pump. Unfortunately, those numbers have been climbing lately. Waiting in line at a drive-thru doesn’t seem like a big […]
Preview of the New York International Auto Show: Impressive vehicles, yet drivers still encounter high prices
2026 New York International Auto Show The show, running until the end of this week, highlights a growing disparity between the celebrations of the auto industry and the actual desires of consumers. More than accolades for design or performance evaluations, affordability has emerged as the most significant factor influencing buying choices. What Buyers Really Want […]
March 2026 CPI: Inflation increased as the Iran conflict impacted consumer prices
This article on the March 2026 CPI Inflation Report is being developed and will receive updates soon. Consumer prices have surged this March, driven by the economic impact of the ongoing conflict in Iran affecting energy markets. The Bureau of Labor Statistics shared Friday that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) — which reflects the cost […]
DoorDash report shows grocery and meal prices are becoming stable for shoppers
DoorDash Report Highlights Inflation Trends and Price Variability A recent report from DoorDash reveals that while inflation is easing as we approach the midterm elections, the costs of everyday items still show significant variation across the United States. This variation largely depends on geographic location. The report focuses on how recent changes in spending patterns […]