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Trump Supports Temporary Suspension of Federal Gas Tax to Lower Prices

By News Masher on May 11, 2026

Trump Supports Temporary Suspension of Federal Gas Tax to Lower Prices

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President Donald Trump backs temporarily suspending the federal gas tax to ease high fuel prices, but experts say the relief for drivers would be modest. Congressional approval is needed, and the move could cost billions in government revenue.

House of Representatives to Vote on Rules Package in Test of Speaker McCarthy’s Slim Republican Majority

House of Representatives to Vote on Rules Package in Test of Speaker McCarthy’s Slim Republican Majority

By News Masher on January 9, 2023

Nonprofit Sues to Halt Trump Administration’s Blue Reflecting Pool Resurfacing
May 11, 2026 |
Politics and World
A nonprofit has sued to stop the Trump administration's resurfacing of the Reflecting Pool in blue, citing legal violations and historic preservation concerns. The administration defends the project as enhancing the visitor experience ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary.
Americans Return from Hantavirus Cruise Ship with Two Cases Detected
May 11, 2026 |
Health and World
Seventeen Americans evacuated from a hantavirus-affected cruise ship have arrived in Nebraska for monitoring, with two passengers showing signs of infection. The rare Andes strain involved is transmissible between humans, but officials stress the public risk remains low.
Trump Rejects Iran’s Peace Proposal as Talks Stall Amid Gulf Tensions
May 10, 2026 |
Financial, Politics and World
President Trump rejects Iran's response to a U.S. peace proposal as talks stall amid ongoing tensions in the Persian Gulf. Despite ceasefire efforts, hostilities continue with threats and drone attacks, while diplomatic negotiations and economic pressures persist.