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National Average Diesel Price Reaches $6.40 Per Gallon
The national average price for diesel reached a record $6.40 per gallon on September 17, 2026, a 73% increase from the previous year. President Trump commented on the price increase at a campaign rally, attributing it to geopolitical tensions, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent predicted a decline in prices post-conflict. Higher fuel prices may impact political dynamics ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
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The national average price for diesel reached a record $6.40 per gallon on September 17, 2026, a 73% increase from the previous year. President Trump commented on the price increase at a campaign rally, attributing it to geopolitical tensions, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent predicted a decline in prices post-conflict. Higher fuel prices may impact political dynamics ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
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