The idea, which requires congressional approval, has previously been dismissed by some as a gimmick. But some Republicans and Democrats have expressed support.

President Donald Trump said he wants to suspend the federal tax on gasoline amid soaring energy prices during the United States war with Iran.

President Trump told CBS News' Nancy Cordes that he intends to suspend the federal gas tax amid higher prices.

President Donald Trump is moving to suspend the federal tax on gasoline to help Americans shoulder surging fuel prices caused by the Iran war

President Donald Trump said Monday (May 11) he would reduce the 18-cent federal gas tax for a yet to be determined period as U.S. fuel prices shoot higher due to the Iran war.

Trump voiced support for suspending the federal gas tax as prices surge during the war with Iran, backing planned legislation from Sen. Josh Hawley.

Congress would have to approve the proposal, and passing the savings on to drivers, rather than oil companies, would be difficult to enforce.

President Trump has he wants to suspend the federal gas tax "for a period of time" as prices at the pump continue to rise. In the Philadelphia area, the average cost of gas is up to $4.62, 12 cents higher than the national average.