Psaki Says Higher Gas Prices Make ‘An Even Stronger Case’ for Investments in Clean Energy
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki insists that the increase in gas prices makes a “stronger case” investing in clean energy alternatives. On Friday, Psaki was asked what her response is to Republican critics who…
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki insists that the increase in gas prices makes a “stronger case” investing in clean energy alternatives.
On Friday, Psaki was asked what her response is to Republican critics who allege the Biden administration’s policies have fueled the surge in gas prices.
“Our view is that the rise in gas prices over the long term makes an even stronger case for doubling down our investment and our focus on clean energy options, so that we are not relying on the fluctuations and OPEC and their willingness to put more supply and meet the demand in the market. That’s our view,” she responded.
She also raised concern that price gouging is leading to higher prices and said the administration has asked the Federal Trade Commission to look into the matter.
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According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of gas is $3.41 nationally, up from $2.12 a year ago.
During an event in Baltimore, Maryland, on Thursday, Biden said, “We got nearly 20% more goods coming into the country than we did before the pandemic struck. COVID-19 has changed the way we spend our time and our money.”
Finally, Biden said, “Did you ever think you’d be paying this much for a gallon of gas? In some parts of California, they’re paying $4.50 a gallon. That’s why it’s so important we do everything in our power to stabilize the supply chain.”
Patrick De Haa, the head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, told The Dispatch, “If COVID wouldn’t have happened, we would not be at $3.42 a gallon today.”