Trump is floating a gas tax holiday. What does that mean?

President Trump and some congressional Republicans are suggesting a potential suspension of the gas tax amid rising fuel costs due to the war with Iran.

May 12, 2026 0

Trump is floating a gas tax holiday. What does that mean?

President Trump and some congressional Republicans are suggesting a potential suspension of the gas tax amid rising fuel costs due to the war with Iran.

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