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Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday the Trump administration is "open" to suspending the federal gasoline tax as prices surge amid the Iran War.

Average gas prices have soared by more than 50% since the start of the Iran war.

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Voters are souring on Trump's economy ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, and high gas prices are only adding to consumer discontent.

National average for gas prices has risen by well over a dollar per gallon since late February

Suspending the tax could wind up pushing up prices more and would hurt the Highway Trust Fund, which depends on the revenue from the levy.

President Donald Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax to ease financial strain from high fuel prices during the war with Iran.

Gas prices have climbed about 50% since the start of the Iran war.

President Donald Trump has proposed suspending the federal gas tax, but it would require an act by Congress.

A federal gas tax suspension would lead to unexpected side effects for drivers. Here's what to know.