US Map Shows Midterm Swing Districts Where Gas Prices Are Highest
Summary
Gas prices in many competitive U.S. House districts have risen significantly, with some areas paying $4.70 to over $6.00 per gallon. This rise in fuel costs may influence voters' views as they approach the midterm elections.Key Facts
- Inflation rose 4.2% over the past year, with energy costs up 23.5%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Gasoline prices jumped 7% in May alone.
- Twenty-one swing districts from the West to the Northeast have some of the highest gas prices in the country.
- High state taxes, limited fuel refineries, and disruptions related to the war in Iran and Strait of Hormuz closure contribute to these high prices.
- California’s 22nd District often sees gas prices near $5.79 per gallon.
- Mid-Atlantic and Northeast districts also face high fuel costs due to taxes and supply issues.
- Rising fuel costs are driving over 60% of inflation increases in May.
- Both Democrats and Republicans are adjusting their campaign messages about energy costs for the midterms, with each party blaming the other and the international situation.
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