April 16, 2026

Kamala Harris blames Trump for high gas prices

Kamala Harris criticized President Donald Trump for high gas prices, linking them to his foreign policy decisions regarding Iran.
She argued that Trump's actions have directly impacted American consumers, causing financial strain.
Republican Senator Mike Lee countered Harris's claims, accusing the Biden-Harris administration of stifling fuel production.
As of April 16, 2026, the national average for gas is $4.093, a significant increase from previous years.