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Trump accuses oil companies of gas price ‘gouging,' calls for DOJ probe
By Yuliya Talmazan | NBC News at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he had instructed the Department of Justice to immediately probe oil companies for not lowering gas prices at the pump in line with falling costs, accusing them of “gouging” consumers.
Trump did not name any companies in his late-night message on Trut...
Key takeaway Trump did not name any companies in his late-night message on Trut...
Why this matters in Frisco News
For Frisco residents, the drop in gas prices below $4 per gallon is a welcome relief, but the fact that prices are still higher than they were a year ago means that many families are still feeling the pinch. With the average gas price in the US at $3.93, compared to $3.22 a year ago, the increased cost of fuel is likely to remain a concern for local commuters who rely on their cars to get to work and school. As the midterm elections approach, the issue of gas prices is likely to remain a key concern for voters in Collin and Denton counties, where Frisco is located. The call for a DOJ probe into alleged price gouging by oil companies may resonate with local residents who are looking for relief from high fuel costs and seeking accountability from the companies that supply their gasoline.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he had instructed the Department of Justice to immediately probe oil companies for not lowering gas prices at the pump in line with falling costs, accusing them of “gouging” consumers.
Trump did not name any companies in his late-night message on Trut...
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