Bessent: White House Wants To Eliminate Gas Tax

June 5th, 2026· 0:58

Scott Bessent confirmed that the Trump administration has asked Congress to eliminate the federal gas tax as part of a broader effort to reduce fuel costs for American drivers. During a congressional hearing, Bessent was repeatedly pressed on whether the administration supports ending the gas tax. He responded that the White House has already requested congressional action on the issue. The proposal comes as gas prices and cost-of-living concerns remain major issues for households across the country. Supporters argue eliminating the tax could provide relief at the pump, while critics question how much consumers would ultimately save. #GasPrices #GasTax #ScottBessent #Economy #CostOfLiving #Taxpayer #Inflation #Politics #USPolitics #FuelPrices #Taxes #PersonalFinance #FinancialNews #BreakingNews #Drivers