Gas prices in California are skyrocketing to record highs - but which state has the lowest right now? If you're looking for cheaper gas, you'll have to travel to Oklahoma.
As of Tuesday, the Democratic-led states of Washington, Nevada, Oregon, Illinois, Pennsylvania and New York have the highest gas prices in the country, led by California with an average of $5.44 for a gallon of regular unleaded gas,Gas prices that were already skyrocketing due to inflation and supply chain issues have accelerated after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine two weeks ago.
While Republicans have called for expanded domestic oil production as a solution, Democrats have openly opposed the idea. Instead, politically vulnerable Democrats in multiple states are calling for a pause on the federal gas tax of 18.4 cents per gallon through the midterm elections in November. President Biden has said he’s considering all options for lowering gas prices.