Fact Check: Did Trump say posting gas prices would become illegal?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: Donald Trump posted on X that he would make it illegal to photograph or post gas prices.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: Snopes determined the claim originated as satire and found no evidence Trump made the statement.

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Date: 05/28/2026

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Last Updated on May 28, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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