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Diesel just hit a record high across the U.S., sending shockwaves through the economy as delivery trucks—powered by diesel—move everything from groceries to online orders. With the Strait of Hormuz shut down and Iran’s threats disrupting global oil flows, the administration’s claims that the conflict isn’t hurting the economy are under fire, especially with elections looming. Gas prices are also hitting historic highs for this time of year, with regular gas never exceeding $4 a gallon this late in the season before. A recent poll shows 66% of Americans unhappy with economic management, while…
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