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Gas Prices May Stay High Until 2027

Gas Prices May Stay High Until 2027

During a televised interview, Secretary Wright acknowledged the severe impact of the Iran war on global oil shipments and domestic fuel costs.

With regular gasoline currently averaging over $4 per gallon and diesel exceeding $5.60, the administration is facing increasing pressure from farmers and commuters.

Wright noted that while prices may have peaked, the safety of the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical factor in any potential decline.

The prolonged timeline for relief suggests that high energy costs will remain a central issue for voters through the 2026 midterm election cycle.

Chris Wright U.S. Department of Energy, Public domain
Chris Wright
United States Secretary of Energy (born 1965)
United States national laboratory
Laboratories owned by the United States Department of Energy
Strait of Hormuz
Strait between the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
CNN
American news channel