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as the war in Iran drags into a fourth week.

Kevin Losevich, who lives in Scranton, Pennsylvania, says he sees gas prices as part of a wider trend.

According to AAA, the national average is about $3.94 per gallon, almost a dollar more than a month ago.

Gas prices in California are currently the highest, averaging $5.76 a gallon.

Diesel is $5.25.

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More than 100 people have been injured after Iranian airstrikes targeted cities near Israel's nuclear research center.

The missile attack came after an Iranian nuclear facility was hit on Saturday.

NPR's Carrie Khan reports Israel says it was not behind the attack.

President Trump is threatening to send federal immigration agents to U.S.

airports starting on Monday if lawmakers fail to reach an agreement that would fund the Department of Homeland Security.

The warning is angering congressional Democrats who are pushing for stricter immigration enforcement policies.

Senator Richard Blumenthal says it's dangerous to shift ICE agents into airport security operations.

Travel experts are warning the move could further disrupt airport operations as travelers face long lines at security because of staffing shortages.

NPR's Shannon Bunn reports passengers are being urged to plan ahead and to expect more delays.

The Republican-led Senate has blocked a proposal that would ban transgender athletes from competing in women's sports.

The measure is one of President Trump's priorities as he pushes Congress to act on a broader voting and election bill.

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Former FBI Director and Special Counsel Robert Mueller has died at the age of 81.