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Last update: 6 hours agoIran-Tension Fuel Shock: Trump called high gas prices “peanuts” while AAA still expects record Memorial Day travel, but analysts warn another pump spike could hit before the holiday as oil markets stay jumpy with the Strait of Hormuz closed. Pump Reality Check: Florida’s average jumped to about $4.43/gal Tuesday, and GasBuddy’s local reports show pockets of cheaper E85 and diesel—yet the national story is still elevated prices. Markets & Rates: Stocks slid as Treasury yields hit the highest levels since 2007, adding pressure to borrowing costs while oil prices yo-yo on Iran headlines. Policy & Power: The Senate confirmed Steve Pearce to lead the BLM, a move that could shape future oil-and-gas access on federal lands. Nuclear Acceleration: DOE fast-tracked advanced nuclear by creating a categorical exclusion that could speed approvals. Grid Build-Out: South Dakota’s Big Stone City is set to launch a major thermal energy storage project, aiming to soak up wind power and deliver it when the grid needs it. Justice/Investment: The Trump administration dismissed Adani-related cases after a promised $10B U.S. investment, while settling alleged Iran sanctions violations.
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