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Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax as prices soar amid war with Iran
Multiple outlets report that President Trump proposed suspending the federal gas tax as gasoline prices rise amid the war with Iran. NPR notes he expressed a desire to suspend temporarily and that such action would require congressional approval. The Hill and ABC News corroborate the idea, with both reporting that officials say the pause is intended while prices remain elevated. Fox News mentions political responses to rising prices but does not dispute the basic premise. Disagreement centers on timing and feasibility; NPR emphasizes Congress action, while The Hill and ABC frame it as a stated plan or idea from Trump. The current state reflects elevated prices amid ongoing conflict.
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