Gas Prices in Battleground States Continue to Skyrocket Thanks to Trump
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49 states saw their gas prices increase by 10 cents or more per gallon, 18 of those states saw their gas prices increase by 50 cents or more
The national average price of gas increased at the fastest pace since Hurricane Katrina, following Trump’s war in Iran
Washington, DC – On the campaign trail, Donald Trump promised to “put America first” and lower energy costs, but instead, he is dragging the country into a dangerous and costly war that is sending gas prices through the roof in red and blue states across the country.
Republican lawmakers were already scrambling to do damage control as their energy policies sent utility bills soaring. Now, with just 8 months until the midterm elections, vulnerable Republicans are frantically trying to find excuses for why Trump’s war is leaving their constituents with surging prices at the pump, but don’t buy their spin.
Georgia
WSAV: Georgia gas prices jump 44 cents in one week
Gas prices are jumping across Georgia as global factors are pushing costs higher…
According to the AAA, the average price for a gallon of gas in Georgia has climbed to about $3.32, roughly 44 cents higher than just one week ago. The national average is currently sitting around $3.54 per gallon, reflecting a broader trend affecting drivers nationwide.
Iowa
KGAN: Iowa sees one of nation’s largest weekly jumps in gas, diesel prices
Iowa recorded the third-largest increase in regular gasoline prices in the country over the past week, while diesel prices posted the largest jump nationwide, according to data shared by GasBuddy.
The average price of regular gasoline in Iowa rose 35.6 cents per gallon compared with the previous week, ranking third among all states for the biggest increase, according to figures released by Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy.
Maine
Midcoast Villager: Conflict Abroad Sends Gas Prices Climbing in Maine
Drivers across Maine are seeing a familiar and unwelcome trend at the pump as gasoline prices climb sharply in recent days, the result of escalating tensions in the Middle East that have disrupted global oil markets and sent crude prices surging.
According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in Maine has climbed into the mid-$3 range this week, rising noticeably after several months of relatively stable prices.
Michigan
Detroit Free Press: Gasoline prices in Michigan shoot up 60 cents, could go to $4 a gallon
Michigan gas prices shot up at least 60 cents to $3.58 a gallon from the week before and could go to $4 a gallon — or more — in the days ahead, a result of the expanding war in the Middle East and fast-rising oil prices.
North Carolina
The Coastland Times: Fuel prices see big jump: Weekly North Carolina gas price update
Average gasoline prices in North Carolina have risen 51.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.26 per gallon Monday, March 9, 2026, according to GasBuddy‘s survey of 6,092 stations in North Carolina. Prices in North Carolina are 54.9 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 55.7 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.
Ohio
WKYC: Northeast Ohio gas prices surge more than 50 cents in a week, and analysts say it’s not over
Drivers across Northeast Ohio are feeling a sudden and dramatic spike at the pump, with gas prices jumping more than 50 cents in just one week — and experts warn the worst may still be ahead. …
GasBuddy petroleum analyst Matt McClain told 3News the spike is 100% tied to the U.S.-Iran conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and has nothing to do with supply.
Texas
KDFW: Texas gas prices top $3 statewide as Iran war drives historic spike
Texas motorists are facing a sharp increase in fuel costs as escalating tensions in the Middle East roil global energy markets.
Statewide, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas has jumped significantly over the past week. Data from AAA shows the average reached approximately $3.13 as of Monday, up from $2.61 per gallon just one week ago.