By R.J. Morales | TX3DNews
Gasoline prices across Texas’ 3rd Congressional District jumped sharply over the weekend amid the escalating U.S.–Israeli military campaign against Iran in the Middle East.
Just days ago, drivers were paying roughly $2.69 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel. By Saturday some stations were already charging $3.19, and by Monday evening several were listing prices around $3.49 per gallon, while diesel climbed to $4.79 per gallon at some stations
Why Oil Prices Spiked
Oil markets reacted quickly after the strikes, driven largely by concerns about the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow shipping route between Iran and Oman where roughly 20 percent of the world’s oil supply passes each day.
Soon after the military operations began, Iran warned ships not to transit the waterway and threatened to target vessels attempting to pass through. The warnings have disrupted tanker traffic, with many ships anchoring outside the strait as shipping companies assess the security risks.
During trading Monday, crude briefly climbed to nearly $120 per barrel before settling closer to the $95–$100 range later in the day. Because gasoline prices track global oil markets, those swings can reach local gas stations within days as fuel distributors adjust to higher crude costs.
Trump Says Price Spike May Be Temporary
President Donald Trump has defended the military action and acknowledged it could temporarily push oil prices higher.
“Short term oil prices… are a very small price to pay for U.S.A., and World, Safety and Peace,” Trump wrote in a recent post.
Trump has also said he expects prices to fall once the situation stabilizes. Administration officials have similarly described the increase as temporary and efforts to keep global shipping lanes open.
However, the White House has not provided a clear timeline for how long the conflict could last.
Adding to the uncertainty, officials have used varying language to describe the situation. Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have at times called it a war, while other administration officials and members of Congress have described it as a military operation.
For drivers in Texas’ 3rd Congressional District, that uncertainty means fuel prices could continue to fluctuate as global oil markets react to developments in the region.
Hunt Raises Concerns About Economic Impact
Democratic congressional candidate Evan Hunt said the rise in oil prices illustrates the economic risks of military escalation in oil-producing regions.
“Rising oil prices right now are exactly why military action with Iran should have been paired with serious planning,” Hunt said in a statement provided to TX3DNews.
“About 20% of the world’s oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, and the conflict with Iran has already disrupted shipping there and pushed crude prices above $100 a barrel.”
Hunt also argued that Congress should formally vote on the military action.
“The Constitution gives Congress the power to declare war for a reason,” Hunt wrote in a Facebook post. “The American people deserve to know where their representatives stand.”
“If members of Congress support these strikes, they should vote to authorize them,” Hunt wrote. “If they don’t, they should vote to limit or stop them under the War Powers Resolution.”
Self Praises Strike on Iran
U.S. Rep. Keith Self praised the military operation in a newsletter sent to constituents Saturday morning.
“Under President Trump’s leadership, Operation Epic Fury was masterfully executed,” Self wrote. “His leadership and skillful execution by our troops brought about the end of the Ayatollah.”
The newsletter was distributed before gasoline prices began rising across parts of North Texas later that weekend.
Since prices increased at the pump, Self has not publicly addressed the jump in oil or gasoline costs. Recent posts on X have instead focused on immigration policy, the SAVE Act, and comments about prohibiting Sharia law.
At previous town halls in Texas’ 3rd Congressional District, however, Self had pointed to falling gasoline prices as a positive sign for the economy and credited President Donald Trump for lower fuel costs.
TX3DNews contacted Self’s office requesting comment on the recent rise in gas prices and what, if anything, Congress can do to help drivers in Texas’ 3rd Congressional District. As of publication, his office had not responded.
What It Means for Drivers in TX-03
For drivers in Texas’ 3rd Congressional District, the global conflict is no longer just a headline overseas — it is already showing up at the pump.
The sudden shift over the past few days is a reminder of how quickly events thousands of miles away can reach North Texas.
For commuters, families, and businesses across Collin County, what happens next in the Middle East could continue to shape what they pay every time they fill up.
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Gas Prices Jump Across TX-03 Following Iran Strikes
By R.J. Morales | TX3DNews
Gasoline prices across Texas’ 3rd Congressional District jumped sharply over the weekend amid the escalating U.S.–Israeli military campaign against Iran in the Middle East.
Just days ago, drivers were paying roughly $2.69 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel. By Saturday some stations were already charging $3.19, and by Monday evening several were listing prices around $3.49 per gallon, while diesel climbed to $4.79 per gallon at some stations
Why Oil Prices Spiked
Oil markets reacted quickly after the strikes, driven largely by concerns about the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow shipping route between Iran and Oman where roughly 20 percent of the world’s oil supply passes each day.
Soon after the military operations began, Iran warned ships not to transit the waterway and threatened to target vessels attempting to pass through. The warnings have disrupted tanker traffic, with many ships anchoring outside the strait as shipping companies assess the security risks.
During trading Monday, crude briefly climbed to nearly $120 per barrel before settling closer to the $95–$100 range later in the day. Because gasoline prices track global oil markets, those swings can reach local gas stations within days as fuel distributors adjust to higher crude costs.
Trump Says Price Spike May Be Temporary
President Donald Trump has defended the military action and acknowledged it could temporarily push oil prices higher.
“Short term oil prices… are a very small price to pay for U.S.A., and World, Safety and Peace,” Trump wrote in a recent post.
Trump has also said he expects prices to fall once the situation stabilizes. Administration officials have similarly described the increase as temporary and efforts to keep global shipping lanes open.
However, the White House has not provided a clear timeline for how long the conflict could last.
Adding to the uncertainty, officials have used varying language to describe the situation. Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have at times called it a war, while other administration officials and members of Congress have described it as a military operation.
For drivers in Texas’ 3rd Congressional District, that uncertainty means fuel prices could continue to fluctuate as global oil markets react to developments in the region.
Hunt Raises Concerns About Economic Impact
Democratic congressional candidate Evan Hunt said the rise in oil prices illustrates the economic risks of military escalation in oil-producing regions.
“Rising oil prices right now are exactly why military action with Iran should have been paired with serious planning,” Hunt said in a statement provided to TX3DNews.
“About 20% of the world’s oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, and the conflict with Iran has already disrupted shipping there and pushed crude prices above $100 a barrel.”
Hunt also argued that Congress should formally vote on the military action.
“The Constitution gives Congress the power to declare war for a reason,” Hunt wrote in a Facebook post. “The American people deserve to know where their representatives stand.”
“If members of Congress support these strikes, they should vote to authorize them,” Hunt wrote. “If they don’t, they should vote to limit or stop them under the War Powers Resolution.”
Self Praises Strike on Iran
U.S. Rep. Keith Self praised the military operation in a newsletter sent to constituents Saturday morning.
“Under President Trump’s leadership, Operation Epic Fury was masterfully executed,” Self wrote. “His leadership and skillful execution by our troops brought about the end of the Ayatollah.”
The newsletter was distributed before gasoline prices began rising across parts of North Texas later that weekend.
Since prices increased at the pump, Self has not publicly addressed the jump in oil or gasoline costs. Recent posts on X have instead focused on immigration policy, the SAVE Act, and comments about prohibiting Sharia law.
At previous town halls in Texas’ 3rd Congressional District, however, Self had pointed to falling gasoline prices as a positive sign for the economy and credited President Donald Trump for lower fuel costs.
TX3DNews contacted Self’s office requesting comment on the recent rise in gas prices and what, if anything, Congress can do to help drivers in Texas’ 3rd Congressional District. As of publication, his office had not responded.
What It Means for Drivers in TX-03
For drivers in Texas’ 3rd Congressional District, the global conflict is no longer just a headline overseas — it is already showing up at the pump.
The sudden shift over the past few days is a reminder of how quickly events thousands of miles away can reach North Texas.
For commuters, families, and businesses across Collin County, what happens next in the Middle East could continue to shape what they pay every time they fill up.
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