The latest request also adds another economic issue to Wilson’s campaign for mayor. Wilson has repeatedly focused on the cost of living in Chicago and has positioned himself as an advocate for residents struggling with rising expenses. #election #gasprices #chicago
The state controls several major components of the tax burden imposed on gasoline, while Cook County and the City of Chicago levy their own taxes and fees that affect the final price motorists see at gas stations. #williewilson #chicago #mayor
Compounded with geopolitical conflict in both the Middle East and between Russia and Ukraine, the refinery slowdowns in the midwest have driven fuel prices up significantly across the Midwest. #refinery #gas #centersquare
The Democratic Party of Illinois contends that the conflict with Iran has contributed to higher fuel prices and increased government spending. #trump #gas #iran
The price decrease for Illinois, however, month-over-month was roughly 80 cents – a larger shift than the 56-cents difference in the national average, according to AAA. #gas #prices #centersquare
While exports surged, domestic stocks of crude oil, gasoline, and diesel fell sharply. Before the war began in the Middle East, which closed the Strait of Hormuz to most ship traffic, global oil and motor fuels markets were awash in supply. #gas #prices #oil