Donald J.Trump touts “Freedom Fuel Network” gas price cuts for America’s 250th birthday

announced 25 Philadelphia-area gas stations will lower prices on July 3rd as part of a patriotic promotion tied to the national semiquincentennial.

First Published: July 2, 2026, 12:05 AM EST

WHITE HOUSE — Donald J.Trump promoted a gas price discount at 25 Philadelphia-area stations through a retailer called theFreedom Fuel Networkon a Truth Social post on July 1, 2026, at 6:53 PM EST.

Here is the full post (see truthsocial): “Just as I promised, Oil Prices are plummeting FAST, and Gas Prices at the pump are dropping too, but not as fast as they should be. As we approach America’s 250th Birthday, I am pleased to announce that a VERY smart Retailer, located throughout the Northeast, is stepping up, and wishing the People of Philadelphia a “Happy Birthday!” On July 3rd, theFreedom Fuel Networkwill be lowering gas prices at 25 “FREEDOM FUEL” Stations across the Greater Philadelphia Area. This Retailer is taking the lead, and others should follow. They are doing this because they love the U.S.A. We are proud to celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in the Great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Birthplace of our very special, one-of-a-kind Declaration of Independence, and where I won BIG in the Presidential Election! America has never been stronger than it is now, and Gas Prices will soon be back to the Record Low Prices Americans enjoyed at the pump before our very successful “excursion” in Iran. Happy Birthday America! Donald J.Trump”

Trump claimed oil prices are “plummeting FAST” and credited his own policies for the decline. He said gas prices at the pump have not fallen as quickly as they should, calling on other retailers to follow theFreedom Fuel Network‘s lead in cutting prices for consumers.

TheFreedom Fuel Network, described by Trump as a retailer located throughout the Northeast, plans to lower gas prices at 25 branded stations across the Greater Philadelphia area on July 3rd. The promotion is tied to the national semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia (see truthsocial).

Trump referenced what he called a “very successful “excursion” in Iran” and predicted gas prices would return to record lows that preceded that operation. He did not specify the nature or timeline of the Iran action, nor did he provide figures for current or target fuel prices.

The post included promotional images of theFreedom Fuel Networkbrand. One image depicted a gas station decorated in red, white, and blue patriotic themes with American flag imagery on the canopy and fuel pump columns. A second image showed the company’s logo, featuring a bald eagle with outstretched wings above the words “Freedom Fuel Network” in block lettering with gold stars.

Trump highlighted Pennsylvania’s role as the birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and noted his victory in the state during the presidential election. He called on other fuel retailers to match theFreedom Fuel Network‘s price cuts ahead of the July 4th holiday.

In the last 30 days, 22 of 566 Trump posts on Truth Social focused on the topic of the economy, placing this announcement within a broader pattern of economic messaging from the president.