"Rep. Scalise claimed gas prices have fallen from $6 a gallon in just two years, stating, 'We were over 30% below where we were just two years ago.' However, Kernen countered, 'I think two years ago in April of 2024, we were at about $3.65, so we're actually above where we were then.'"
"Kernen pressed Scalise on the Republicans' chances of retaining control of the House, asking, 'Do you think there's any way that your party holds on in November to the House?' Scalise responded confidently, emphasizing a focus on turnout and delivery."
"Scalise mentioned the impact of the Iran conflict on gas prices, stating, 'It's still going to go lower when Iran gets resolved and the Strait of Hormuz gets open.' Kernen, however, questioned the accuracy of Scalise's gas price claims."
Rep. Steve Scalise claimed gas prices have dropped from $6 a gallon in two years, but CNBC's Joe Kernen challenged this assertion. Kernen noted that the current average gas price is $4.30, contradicting Scalise's statement. Scalise insisted that prices were over 30% lower than two years ago, while Kernen pointed out that the average price was around $3.65 in April 2024. The conversation also touched on the impact of the Iran conflict on gas prices and the political implications for Republicans in the upcoming midterms.
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