Another Gas Price Spike Sparks Political Outrage In Kansas City

Again, let's start with context . . . 

The highest point for local gas prices occurred in June 2022, when KC-area prices averaged roughly $4.48–$4.50 with some costs hitting $4.60, following national trends that saw the average price nearly double since 2021.

However . . .

With no end in sight and debate over a potential quagmire on The Hill . . .

Like it or not . . . 

It's not unreasonable to return the very same gas price criticism that many conservatives offered not so long ago as prices spike headed into summer ...

Here's more reporting . . .  

"Gas prices jumped 10 cents a gallon overnight in Kansas City, Missouri, reaching the highest levels in nearly four years, according to AAA.

"The price increases are largely due to the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz amid the war in Iran. Brent crude rose to more than $116 (to $120) a barrel in early morning trading, and those costs are getting passed down to consumers.

"Prices across the metro have spiked, with some gas stations on the Kansas side reaching $3.99 a gallon. In Missouri, prices stood at $3.79 a gallon at locations in Raytown and Kansas City."

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Gas prices continue to climb nationwide, creep near $4 across metro