Nobel economist Paul Krugman said this surging energy price should 'terrify Republicans'

Paul Krugman.

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• Paul Krugman said a spike in a key energy benchmark should "terrify Republicans."
• The Nobel-winning economist pointed to a sharp price rise for futures on wholesale gasoline.
• President Trump's pledge to bring down prices is set to be a key theme in the US midterm elections.

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