A costly summer sendoff approaches

Labor Day weekend is expected to bring record-high gas prices, with the average cost likely surpassing $4 per gallon, making it the most expensive summer travel period on record. This spike follows an already record-breaking August, driven by fluctuating market conditions. For many, this means tighter budgets and potentially fewer road trips as families brace for the financial strain. The rising costs are particularly impactful during a time when midterm elections are also heating up, adding economic stress to political considerations.