California Faces Rising Gas Prices Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict
Gasoline prices in California approached and then surpassed $6 per gallon amid rising national averages influenced by geopolitical tensions and seasonal factors. The escalating crude oil costs were linked to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing conflict in Iran, which affected global energy supplies and contributed to the price surge.
Subsequently, gasoline prices in the United States reached a four-year high, with California experiencing record highs. Governor Gavin Newsom attributed the price increases to federal policies and declined calls to suspend the state gas tax, emphasizing the complexity of the issue beyond state-level measures.
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California gasoline consumers
Patrick De Haan
GasBuddy
U.S. Energy Information Administration
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California
