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Vance on gas prices and the Iran war

03 SEP 2026 · 14:33 ET·4:43·2.94K VIEWS·0.2× USUAL PACE

Vice President J.D. Vance stated that the current high gas prices in the United States are a direct result of Iranian attacks on commercial shipping. He emphasized that while prices are higher domestically, global prices are significantly worse.

WHY IT MATTERS

This statement links ongoing geopolitical conflicts and maritime security to domestic economic conditions, specifically the cost of fuel for consumers.

J.D. VANCE GAS PRICES IRAN SHIPPING

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