Trump attempts to combat high gas prices ahead of midterms

NPR · The Hill · first seen 01.09.2026 · updated 03.09.2026

President Trump is working to mitigate high gas prices as cost-of-living concerns impact his approval rating ahead of the midterm elections.

President Trump is actively attempting to combat high gas prices.
High gas prices and cost-of-living issues are shadowing Trump's approval rating before the midterms.

Sources

NPR — Trump attempts to combat high gas prices as affordability crisis looms over midterms
NPR — Political consultant on how the cost-of-living is affecting Trump's approval rating
The Hill — Trump to meet with oil refiners amid stubborn gas prices

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