Marjorie Taylor Greene blames Trump for high fuel prices amid Iran conflict

Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly blamed Donald Trump for rising fuel prices, specifically linking the cost of gasoline and diesel to the ongoing conflict in Iran. In a video shared on social media, Greene highlighted high prices at a California gas station, where regular gasoline reached $6.19 per gallon and diesel hit $8.49 per gallon. She noted that diesel costs are particularly impactful because trucks rely on the fuel to transport food and essential supplies.

National data indicates that while local prices vary, the national average for regular gasoline has exceeded $4.30 per gallon, with diesel prices seeing significant increases compared to previous months. The volatility in energy markets is attributed to the conflict in Iran and restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global maritime route for oil and gas.

A spokesperson for Trump responded to the criticism, stating that the former president remains focused on increasing U.S. energy production to lower costs for American families. The White House suggested that fuel prices should return to pre-conflict levels as the U.S. maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz.