Chevron blames Dems for gas price hike at their California gas stations
Chevron has placed signs at its California gas stations blaming Democratic policies for the state's high gas prices. The company claims that state taxes and regulations are significantly contributing to the cost of gas, which is currently among the highest in the nation. As travelers prepare for the Memorial Day weekend, the average price for gas in California has reached over $6 per gallon.
- ▪Chevron has accused California Democrats of causing high gas prices in the state.
- ▪The average price of gas in California is currently $6.143 per gallon, significantly higher than the national average.
- ▪Chevron's signs highlight that nearly 25% of gas costs are due to state taxes and fees.
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Metro Chevron blames Dems for gas price hike at their California gas stations By Katie Jerkovich Published May 21, 2026, 3:38 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google Chevron is done being accused of driving California’s gas prices to the highest in the nation – and they aren’t afraid of the letting drivers know. The gas giant says blame rests with the Democrats running the state – not President Donald Trump – and they are telling drivers at the gas pump ahead of the Memorial Day holiday weekend. “Sacramento policies did this. Now you pay more,” the signs read at pumps across California, paid for by the oil giant, showing a blue SUV entangled in a gas hose for affect.
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