Chris Wright Says Drive Less

Fuel prices are rising as Wright says Americans can cut costs by driving less.

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Oil Prices Rise Slightly After U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes

Energy Sec: I Don’t Have An Opinion On Gas Prices

The trick to lowering gas prices is driving less, US energy secretary says

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U.S. gasoline prices reached about $4.15 a gallon ahead of Labor Day weekend, nearly $1 higher than a year earlier and the highest level for the holiday period on record. Diesel averaged $5.85-$5.88 a gallon after hitting a record, raising freight and delivery costs across goods. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said on Sunday he did not “want to have an opinion” on where gas prices are headed and said Americans could lower costs by driving less. Prices remain elevated as the U.S.-Iran war disrupts oil flows, with both countries trading strikes on oil tankers over the weekend.

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Record fuel prices are becoming a serious political liability for Trump and Republicans as the midterms approach. The administration’s attempts to dodge responsibility, spin the problem, or offer excuses are failing to address the economic pain voters are feeling.