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The president vowed $2 gas prices. Instead, he's created a problem of his own making
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September 14, 2026 9:00AM (EDT)
The president vowed $2 gas prices. Instead, he's created a problem of his own making
commentary
The president vowed $2 gas prices. Instead, he's created a problem of his own making
News Editor
Published
September 14, 2026 9:00AM (EDT)

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