Under pressure, the White House argued that taking military action against Iran "will lead to lower oil prices."

Facing the pressure of rising energy prices in the United States, White House spokesperson Levitt argued on the 10th that the recent increase in fuel prices is "temporary" and that the U.S. taking action against Iran "will bring lower fuel prices in the long term." Influenced by the situation in the Middle East, international oil prices have risen sharply recently, approaching $120 per barrel at one point. High oil prices have led to a continuous increase in domestic fuel prices in the United States. According to data from the American Automobile Association, the average price of regular gasoline per gallon nationwide has increased by nearly 20% in the past two weeks. The U.S. media believes that the U.S. taking action against Iran has pushed up oil prices nationwide, putting pressure on the Trump administration. Levitt attempted to reassure Americans about the high oil prices at a press conference on the 10th. She said, "Please rest assured, the recent increase in oil and fuel prices is temporary. In the long run, this action will bring lower fuel prices." A recent poll by Reuters and Ipsos Group shows that the American people are generally dissatisfied with the high cost of living and disappointed that the Trump administration has not effectively addressed this issue.