Politics
Gas Tax Proposal Faces Challenges in Congress
President Trump's proposal to suspend the gas tax is facing opposition from Democratic lawmakers, who are offering alternative solutions. The debate comes as inflation rates continue to rise.
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The Hill
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2026-05-12 23:13 UTC
Axios
With President Trump's proposal to suspend the gas tax facing headwinds on Capitol Hill, some Democratic lawmakers are offering alternative approaches to get fuel costs under control.<str
2026-05-12 23:18 UTC