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Soaring diesel prices strain Trump's base, exposing rifts
Original: Soaring diesel prices are clobbering Trump’s MAGA faithful, exposing rifts
Soaring diesel prices are hitting communities loyal to Donald Trump particularly hard, creating tension within his political base. Rising fuel costs raise operating expenses for truckers, farmers and small businesses that form a core part of the MAGA coalition, prompting frustration and debate over who bears responsibility and whether the movement's economic promises are being met.
Why now: Diesel prices are rising sharply, and the pain is landing on a core constituency of Trump's movement, creating a visible political rift.
Donald TrumpMAGA movementThe Washington Post
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- Soaring diesel prices are clobbering Trump’s MAGA faithful, exposing rifts · The Washington Post
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