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humor Babylon Bee 2026-05-19

Gas Prices Soar: White House Claims 'Worthless Iran Policy' Justifies Your Pain

The White House is bravely informing Americans that the crippling gas prices are a small sacrifice for… well, for absolutely zilch in Iran. Apparently, achieving nothing is a noble cause worth emptying your wallet for.


<img src="https://media.babylonbee.com/articles/6a0c992b3df296a0c992b3df2a.jpg" style="width: 100%;" width="400" /><p>WASHINGTON, D.C. — With the nation facing its highest gas prices in years, the Trump administration assured Americans that it is but a small price to pay for accomplishing nothing in Iran.</p>

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