US gasoline prices exceed $4 nationwide as holiday travel begins
Reports indicate gasoline prices remained above $4 per gallon nationwide throughout August, with record prices coinciding with Labor Day travel. President Trump is due to meet major oil executives as prices remain elevated.
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Why it matters
Persistently high fuel costs could raise household and transport expenses during a major travel period.
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