Summary
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has rejected calls to pause the state's gas tax despite rising fuel costs linked to recent military actions in Iran. The conflict has caused global oil prices to rise, impacting gas prices across the U.S., including in Florida. DeSantis argues that addressing the issue should be a federal responsibility.
Key Facts
- Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida, refused to suspend the state's gas tax.
- Gas prices in Florida have increased due to conflict-related hikes in global oil prices.
- The U.S. and Israel carried out military strikes in Iran, affecting oil prices.
- As of a recent Friday, Florida's average gas price was $3.950 per gallon.
- Monroe County, Florida, reported the highest price in the state at $4.189 per gallon.
- Democrats are urging for a temporary suspension of the 23.5-cent per gallon Florida gas tax.
- DeSantis suggests the federal government should find solutions for rising energy costs.
- A special session on Florida's state budget is expected for mid-April.
