April 7, 2026

Gas Prices Rise Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict

The national average gas price has risen to $4.16 per gallon, up 91 cents from last year.
Prices are particularly high in battleground states, with Virginia at $4.24 and California reaching $5.93 per gallon.
Rising fuel costs are reshaping political dynamics, with Democrats leveraging the issue against Republicans as midterm elections approach.