Trump visits Ireland amid skyrocketing energy prices

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CBS News

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Americans are feeling the squeeze from skyrocketing fuel prices, with gas rising 16 cents from a week ago to a nationwide average of $4.31 per gallon.

Concerns about oil prices followed President Trump during his trip to Ireland this weekend.

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  • Americans are feeling the squeeze from skyrocketing fuel prices, with gas rising 16 cents from a week ago to a nationwide average of $4.31 per gallon.
  • Reported by CBS News and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 01:13:00 UTC.

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