Rising gasoline prices and no end in sight to the Middle East conflict are prompting the White House and some congressional Republicans to call for suspending the federal gasoline tax.
With the average price for regular gasoline topping $4.50 per gallon — up by more than $1 compared to a year ago — officials and lawmakers are turning bullish on an idea many have been cool on.
Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) announced plans to introduce a bill on social media Monday. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) followed up with her own message soon after.
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“American families need this relief on gas prices. My office will be working directly with President Trump to ensure we deliver this win for the American people,” Luna wrote on X.
