🚗 Why Are Gas Prices Skyrocketing Even as Oil Prices Fall? — PoliticallyX Episode 1 dives deep into the frustrating disconnect every driver is feeling at the pump in 2026.
With national average gas prices hitting $4.53/gallon (and diesel at $5.65) — up over $1.38 from last year — we break down why crude oil benchmarks (Brent & WTI) are dropping while your wallet takes a beating. From the Strait of Hormuz crisis and ongoing Iran conflict disrupting 20% of global oil supply, to futures trading vs. physical supply realities, refinery margins, and geopolitical choke points — this episode explains the real mechanics behind the madness.
No spin. Just clear, honest analysis of how fragile supply chains, diplomatic hopes, and physical shortages create this painful reality for American families. We cover the data, the timelines, and the broader economic ripple effects on everything from groceries to weekend plans.
If you're tired of watching the numbers climb while experts say oil is "getting cheaper," this episode is for you.
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