President Donald Trump has taken steps to lower gasoline prices, including a diesel fuel agreement with Russia and releasing oil from the national strategic reserve, as he seeks to influence voter sentiment ahead of the midterms. Analysts question whether these measures will have a meaningful impact on prices at the pump in time to sway public opinion. The move comes amid rising fuel costs that have drawn significant attention ahead of the election. Critics argue the actions may not be sufficient to address the broader economic pressures driving up prices.


From a controversial diesel deal with Russia to tapping the strategic reserve, President Donald Trump is trying to ease prices at the pump ahead of the midterms. It might be too little too late.