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Gas stations promote $3.47 fuel price tied to 47th president

Stations advertised gasoline at $3.47 a gallon ahead of the July Fourth holiday weekend. The promotion references the 47th president. Coverage links the stations to a professional football coach and a commodities trader.

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Gas stations promote $3.47 fuel price tied to 47th president

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Gas stations promoted a $3.47 per gallon price for gasoline ahead of the July Fourth holiday weekend. The price figure references the 47th president.

Promotion details The stations displayed the price in connection with the holiday period. The figure aligns with the number associated with the 47th president.

Reported connections Politico reported links between the stations and a professional football coach along with a commodities trader. The report did not name specific individuals in those roles.

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