Diesel Crisis Hits U.S. Economy | Colorado Springs News

Diesel prices hit a record high across the U.S. as Iran tensions choke global oil supplies, forcing trucking and delivery costs higher — a major headache for the administration trying to downplay economic fallout. With the Strait of Hormuz nearly shut down, crude shortages ripple worldwide. The White House is pushing back, citing refinery meetings and U.S. energy independence, while polls show 66% of Americans frustrated with economic handling. Gas prices are also at historic highs — never above $4/gallon after August 12th in any prior year. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5e2b769e377a2bc5