Amid an affordability crisis, President Trump's claims of gas prices below $1.99 in certain states have been called into question. While the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline has dropped close to $3, significantly lower than Trump's assertions, the reality is more complex. States like Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Iowa, Wyoming, Wisconsin, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi have the lowest gas prices, ranging from $2.18 to $2.95 per gallon. In contrast, states like Pennsylvania, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, California, Arizona, Alaska, and Hawaii face the highest gas prices, with prices between $3.46 to more than $4 per gallon. The U.S. Energy Information Administration's data reveals a strong domestic supply of crude oil, with production increasing to 9.8 million barrels per day for the week ending November 28, 2025. This surplus has contributed to the recent dip in gasoline prices, with the price for a barrel of West Texas Intermediate crude oil dropping to $58.58, a significant decrease from previous years. However, Trump's response to the affordability crisis has been met with skepticism, as he brushes off concerns and continues to make bold statements about gas prices, despite the ongoing challenges faced by Americans.
