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Gas prices are rising again — and so is GOP grief in the midterms

Axios·July 19, 2026·1 min read
Gas prices are rising again — and so is GOP grief in the midterms

Gas prices are rising again after the collapse of President Trump's Iran deal, threatening GOP midterm chances. Average prices hit $4.50 in May, dropped to $3.75, and now flirt with $4 since combat resumed. Stanford's Jon Krosnick noted gas prices uniquely affect voter anger, unlike other economic indicators.

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