Memorial Day weekend travel begins as tens of millions expected to fly and drive

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Coverage from CBS News consistently emphasizes the high costs associated with travel this weekend, framing the story around the challenges posed by rising gas prices and flight expenses. The outlet focuses on the expected record number of…

May 21, 2026 · 1:46 PM UTC ·1 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 33 views

Memorial Day weekend travel begins as tens of millions expected to fly and drive

Millions of Americans are beginning their travel ahead of Memorial Day weekend, marking the unofficial start of the summer travel season. A record-breaking 45 million people are expected to travel between Thursday and Monday, according to AAA. Kris Van Cleave has more.

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7 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 3 days. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 3 centre, 3 right.

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▪ Despite high gas prices, drivers aren’t expected to hit the brakes on Memorial Day travel — The Hill
▪ Gas prices near historic highs as Memorial Day travelers prepare to hit the road — New York Post
▪ Gas prices threaten Memorial Day road trips as pump costs hit historic highs — Fox News
▪ Americans may spend $2 billion more on gas over Memorial Day as prices still surge — Washington Examiner
▪ Americans are paying $2 billion more for gas this Memorial Day weekend than they did last year - Morningstar — Google News
▪ Americans are paying $2 billion more for gas this Memorial Day weekend than they did last year — MarketWatch — Top Stories

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Publication time	Thu, 21 May 2026 09:46:27 -0400
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