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The Washington TimesSep 22, 2026National News

GOP Senate hopefuls in Michigan, Iowa, Alaska want gas tax and diesel export freeze amid Iran war

Rogers called for the Iran war to end and proposed fuel-tax and diesel-export measures to reduce costs.

GOP Senate hopefuls in Michigan, Iowa, Alaska want gas tax and diesel export freeze amid Iran war
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Sen. Dan Sullivan and Senate hopefuls Mike Rogers and Ashley Hinson are calling for diesel-export pauses, with Rogers and Hinson also backing gas-tax relief, as fuel costs rise during the Iran war. Democrats criticize their positions, while energy experts warn export limits could raise prices.

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