High gas-price culprit? Gavin Newsom and Sacramento
A recent comparison of gas prices between California and Arizona highlights a nearly $3 per gallon difference, attributed to California's state policies rather than global factors. The article argues that decisions by Governor Gavin Newsom and state legislators, including high taxes and strict environmental regulations, are primarily responsible for elevated fuel costs. It concludes that Californians should hold their local leaders accountable and support energy policies that reduce pricing pressures.
- ▪Gas in Needles, California was priced at $6.99 a gallon, while just 1.8 miles away in Arizona it was $4.09.
- ▪California imposes multiple taxes and fees on gasoline, including a gas excise tax, cap-and-invest program costs, and low-carbon fuel requirements.
- ▪Arizona receives 30% to 40% of its oil from California refineries, which produce cheaper fuel blends for out-of-state sale.
- ▪California's regulations have led to refinery cutbacks or closures, reducing fuel supply and increasing prices.
- ▪The article claims Governor Newsom and Democrats deflect blame onto federal policies and oil companies instead of acknowledging their own role in high gas prices.
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Opinion High gas-price culprit? Gavin Newsom and Sacramento By CA Post Editorial Board Published May 1, 2026, 7:52 p.m. ET A tale of two gas stations drives home a point: It’s Sacramento policy –– and not the Iran war –– that make fuel costs so onerous in California. Consider the difference a mile makes: On a visit this week to Needles, Calif., The California Post found gas priced at $6.99 a gallon. Just 1.8 miles away in Arizona, a gallon of gas was priced at $4.09. Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, gas prices hit highs not seen since 2023. 3 A tale of two gas stations drives home a point: It’s Sacramento policy –– and not the Iran war –– that make fuel costs so onerous in California.
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