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Johnson Warns of Gas Price Concerns Ahead of Midterms
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) warns that high gas prices, exacerbated by the war in Iran, could impact the GOP's chances in upcoming midterm elections.
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The Hill
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday reiterated his concerns about high gas prices as the GOP looks to hang on to its slim majority in the lower chamber this November. Since the war in Iran began in late February, gas prices have skyrocketed, with Tehran effectively closing the Strait of Hor
2026-05-17 16:05 UTC