Dire Straits for Midterms? Gas Price Surge Troubles Senators
Senator Jim Justice acknowledged constituent concern over gas prices but framed the cost as necessary for addressing threats from Iran.
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Rising gas prices caused by a conflict with Iran are creating political pressure for Republican senators ahead of the 2026 midterms. While some GOP lawmakers defend the costs as necessary, others warn of "disastrous" election consequences and propose suspending the federal gas tax.
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