Iran war: Trump economic approval plunges as gas prices climb
- On Tuesday, May 19, President Donald Trump dismissed rising gas prices as "peanuts" while touring a $400 million White House ballroom construction site, arguing that preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon remains his primary concern.
- Global gas prices have soared more than 50% since the war with Iran began in February, driven primarily by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway through which one-fifth of global oil transits.
- American drivers have paid $40 billion more for gasoline since the war began, with recent studies projecting household expenses will increase by over $740 this year.
- Democratic lawmakers, including New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and Rep. Chris Pappas, condemned the remarks as "out of touch," with Shaheen arguing that spiking costs are "devastating" to Granite Staters.
- With the busy summer driving season approaching, 67% of Americans disapprove of the President's economic handling, highlighting the political challenge ahead as gas prices remain elevated.
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Iran war: Trump economic approval plunges as gas prices climb
A new national poll reveals the extensive toll that the war with Iran is taking on Americans here at home. The release of these polling numbers comes as President Donald Trump's economic approval rating has plummeted to 29%. FOX 10's Ron Hoon has more.
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