If Democrats say no, voters would see they aren't serious about delivering Americans relief at the pump.
Stephen Moore: Unleash Prosperity Hotline – Democrats won the elections Tuesday on affordability and promising lower gas prices.
OK, let's do it. Right now.
Trump should give an Oval Office address this week to the nation, telling Americans I hear you loud and clear on affordability.
He should declare an immediate emergency suspension of the federal gas tax and renewable fuel requirements until gas prices fall below $3.50 a gallon. He should extend the suspension of the Jones Act shipping regulations he has ordered.Republicans made an unforgivable mistake not acting BEFORE the election (as we advised here and elsewhere), but given the midterm results, there is a louder mandate to do it now.
Trump should also challenge all Blue States with high gas and diesel taxes (think California) to provide relief by suspending their taxes at the pump. This could reduce prices at the pump by 50 cents to $1 a gallon.
If Democrats protest that any federal suspensions require action by Congress, Republicans should force an up-or-down vote this week.
If Democrats say no, voters would see they aren't serious about delivering Americans relief at the pump.
