Gas Prices Soar, Trump Addresses Iran Conflict

0:00Gas prices across the U.S. just hit $4.06 a gallon, crossing that $4 mark for the first time since August 20, 22. That's a 36% jump since the war in Iran kicked off, and its hitting drivers right in the wallet as oil supplies get squeezed. The conflicts messing with global oil flows, especially due to the straight of hormones, where one-fifth of the world supply usually passes. Most ships there now tie back to Iran, keeping things tight, and Brent Crude makes up 51 percent of what we pay at the pump. Folks are feeling the pinch hard, with everyday commutes costing way more, and it's a reminder of those campaign promises to slash energy bills. President Trump addressed it head on, saying prices drop once the war wraps up. He's set for a primetime speech tonight to update on Iran, hinting at a deal to end things in weeks. His press secretary backed that up, promising gas will crash back to multi-year lows after the operation finishes. Folks like the gas buddy Petroleum Analyst still see short-term pain ahead, predicting

1:02the national average climbs to $4.10 this week, with states like Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio jumping today. Keep an eye on that address. It could shift the whole game. That wraps Dallas News today brought to you with AI.