Biden asks FTC to redouble probe of possible 'illegal conduct' by oil, gas companies
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Biden claims there's an unexplained large gap' between the price of unfinished gasoline, down 5% since last month, and the average price at the pump.
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Biden asks FTC to probe gas and oil companies for “illegal conduct” amid rising prices
President Biden sent a letter to Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan Wednesday asking the agency to determine whether “illegal conduct” by large oil and gas companies is pushing up gasoline prices.Why it matters: It's unlikely that the letter will bring down gas prices any time soon, though an FTC investigation could clarify how such companies determine prices.Stay on top of the latest market trends and economic insights with Axios Markets.…
Biden asks FTC to redouble probe of possible 'illegal conduct' by oil, gas companies
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