US EditionGov. Newsom condemns Trump administration's attack on Iran, raises concerns over energy costs
Governor Newsom warns of rising gas prices linked to Iran conflict and plans emergency measures for fuel supply and public safety amid ongoing global tensions.
- On Monday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said his administration is monitoring and preparing for the war in Iran's effects on public safety and gas prices, with a state administration oil-preparation team meeting regularly.
- Because the war in Iran has disrupted oil flows, California had prepared to import more fuel after two closed oil refineries, relying on foreign crude with Iraq at 21% and twenty percent from the Strait of Hormuz.
- Saying his team had been "gaming out worst-case scenarios," Newsom warned every $10 increase in a barrel adds roughly $0.24 per gallon, and energy prices are rising.
- Cal OES posted on March 3, 2026 that the State Threat Assessment Center reports no credible threats to California, though Newsom is worried about the Austin, Texas mass shooting and ongoing discussions by his emergency office.
- Newsom warned Californians should expect higher energy prices in the coming weeks as Heisler said oil rose six to seven percent over the weekend, adding to household financial strain.
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Newsom Blaming Trump for High Gas Prices
KERO Gas prices are going up and Governor Gavin Newsom is blaming President Trump. Newsom continues to criticize the president’s decision to strike Iran last weekend, saying he is pursuing a costly, open-ended war. He also says Trump is showing little concern for American causalities or rising energy prices. On Monday, Newsom told reporters high prices at the gas pump are an “act of the Trump Administration.” Newsom recently said Trump st…
Gov. Newsom braces for worst-case scenarios on gas prices, public safety in Calif. amid Iran war
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said his administration is monitoring and preparing for the impacts the war in Iran could have on the state's public safety and gas prices.
Oops: Team Gavin Newsom's Attempt to Troll Trump Over Iran and Gas Prices Backfires Spectacularly When the US Oil and Gas Association Delivers this Devastating Reply
Team Gavin Newsom could not resist a cheap shot against President Trump following the bombing of Iran, and it promptly blew up in their faces.
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