48% of Americans blame Trump for high gas prices — more than any other factor - Axios
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Nearly half of Americans, 48%, blame President Trump more than any other factor for high gas prices.
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A new poll shows 48% of Americans blame Trump for high gas prices, making him the top factor cited for current fuel costs. The survey indicates Trump receives more blame for gas prices than any other single cause measured in the polling.
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