Oil Spike Fuels Democratic Ads

Punchbowl News: “Democrats are seizing on a new attack on GOP candidates for House and Senate seats as colder weather sweeps into the Northeast, knocking their opponents over the high cost of home heating oil.”

“High gas and diesel prices have been dominating Democrats’ messaging in races around the country. But President Donald Trump’s war with Iran is now creating more political fallout for Republicans as the winter months approach. The cost of home heating oil spiked dramatically this year, hitting an average of $6.19 per gallon as of Oct. 19, according to the Energy Information Administration. It was $3.60 per gallon last year, meaning it’s increased by more than 70%.”