Bessent Plays Down a $200 Gasoline-Bill Hike Hurting US Buying Power
Title: Bessent Minimizes Impact of $200 Gas Surge on American Consumer Strength
An Exxon station in Washington, DC, displayed fuel prices on Thursday, May 21, 2026. As the holiday approaches, AAA forecasts that 45 million Americans will journey at least 50 miles from their residences over Memorial Day weekend, a figure that is expected to establish a new record for the holiday. Photographer: Alex Wroblewski/Bloomberg
Source: Bloomberg Generated at: 2026-06-03 11:17:58 UTC
