Trump shifts inflation fight to gas stations, calls for $2.50 per gallon
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President Trump pushes gas retailers to cut prices to $2.50 per gallon as part of his inflation strategy, arguing oil is falling; current AAA-average gas price stands around $3.85 per gallon. The piece also notes a Supreme Court ruling that reinforces Federal Reserve independence, signaling limits to White House influence over market prices amid high inflation and energy politics ahead of the midterms.
- Trump takes his inflation battle to gas retailers after his plot against the Fed runs aground—sets target for $2.50 a gallon Fortune
- Energy experts said gas prices would stay high. Why were they wrong? Politico
- US treasury secretary warns oil and gas companies to lower prices: ‘we’re watching’ The Guardian
- Trump Complains About ‘Too High’ Gas Prices, Says It Must Fall To $2.50 Forbes
- Trump tells US petrol retailers to reduce prices ‘immediately’ Al Jazeera
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