- US airstrikes are underway targeting Iranian infrastructure in the region, impacting oil and gas exports dependent on the Strait of Hormuz.
- Renewed attacks between Iran and the U.S. are causing disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, impacting the global oil market.
- Increased transportation and grocery costs are being passed to consumers following Iran attacks and Strait of Hormuz closures.
- Record diesel prices in California due to supply disruptions from the US war with Iran.
Diesel prices are spiking in California and Florida, with Donald Trump being blamed for the rising costs.
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Updated Sep 20
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What happened
Diesel prices are spiking in California and Florida, with Donald Trump being blamed for the rising costs.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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California
former rapid transit station in Chicago, United States
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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- Lawmakers are pushing to ban diesel exports in response to rising fuel prices.
- High gas prices are reported in California, alongside claims of military action against Iran.