Fact Check: Gas prices and oil prices in the United States are expected to continue to rise as a result of the e...

Claim: Gas prices and oil prices in the United States are expected to continue to rise as a result of the economic situation with Iran.

Verdict: Unverified (50% confidence)

Explanation: According to gov.ca.gov, the Iran war has driven national gas prices to a four-year high, indicating a current rise in prices. Siepr.stanford.edu projects increased household gas expenses due to the oil price shock from the Iran conflict, supporting the expectation of continued price rises. However, ABC News reports that gas prices have fallen below $4 per gallon, which contradicts the expectation of continuous price increases. Given the predictive nature of the claim about future trends, the ve...