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'It's just ridiculous': Americans react to gas prices

'It's just ridiculous': Americans react to gas prices

Summary

Americans in Philadelphia and Warren, Michigan are worried about high gas prices. On April 30, 2026, the average gas price in the U.S. was $4.30 per gallon, partly due to rising oil prices linked to possible U.S. military action in the Iran conflict.

Key Facts

  • The average gas price across the U.S. on April 30, 2026, was $4.30 per gallon.
  • Philadelphia and Warren, Michigan are among the cities where people expressed concern about gas costs.
  • Oil prices jumped to their highest level since 2022 following news about a planned military briefing for President Donald Trump on Iran.
  • Brent crude oil briefly rose about 7% to over $126 a barrel before decreasing.
  • The increase in oil prices is connected to potential new U.S. military actions involving Iran.
  • Rising gas prices are affecting daily life and industries dependent on fuel.
  • The American Automobile Association (AAA) provided the national gas price data.
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