Trump downplays gas price hike amid Iran conflict

“It’s a very small price to pay for the security of this country and the world,” Trump said during the campaign event leading up to Tuesday’s midterm elections. He added, “This will end very soon, you’ll see, but prices have come down a lot.”

The average price of gasoline per gallon in the United States currently stands at $4.17, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). The average price of diesel is $6.30.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Saturday that President Trump has “not made a decision” regarding resuming large-scale attacks against Iran.

However, U.S. media outlets such as Axios and The New York Times have reported that Washington and Tel Aviv are preparing a potential new offensive. This could include attacks targeting Iranian leaders and the country’s energy and nuclear infrastructure, potentially occurring after the elections.

During the rally, Trump also voiced his support for Republican Senate candidate Ashley Hinson, making a comment about her past weight. “A long time ago, she was a little overweight,” he said.

He continued, “She was aware, literally, of the weight she carried on her shoulders, and she knew the importance of what she was doing. She dedicated herself to it the old-fashioned way, went on a diet, is in shape, and committed to the state (of Iowa).”

The outcome of the election for Hinson, who is competing against Democrat Josh Turek for the Senate seat, remains uncertain. This seat is particularly significant as polls suggest Republicans are likely to lose control of the House of Representatives and Democrats may also take control of the Senate.