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Trump administration to announce fuel economy standards raising gas prices

Original: Gas prices are too low for Trump. "The Department of Transportation says it’s ready to announce fuel economy standards t

The US Department of Transportation is preparing to announce new fuel economy standards that, according to critics, would raise gas prices by about 76 cents a gallon and increase fuel use by 45%. Commenters are framing the move as contradictory for an administration that has pushed for cheaper gasoline, arguing it comes at a time when energy prices are already elevated.

Why now: New federal fuel economy rules being readied would reportedly raise pump prices, drawing criticism and debate.

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• Gas prices are too low for Trump. "The Department of Transportation says it’s ready to announce fuel economy standards that will raise gas prices by 76 cents a gallon and fuel use by 45%, right as the world struggles with the effects of a war of choice that has spiked energy… · kevinrns@mstdn.social · 17

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