This Christmas, Americans are getting more than just presents under the tree — they're getting a break at the pump, too. Thanks to the energy policies championed by President Donald Trump, gas prices are projected to hit their lowest national average for Christmas Day since 2020, marking a significant reversal from the high prices that plagued much of former President Biden’s term.
According to data from GasBuddy, the national average gas price on December 25 is expected to be $2.79 per gallon, a notable drop from last year’s $2.95. Even more significant: this marks the lowest Christmas Day price since Trump’s last full year in office, when the national average stood at $2.26 in 2020.
In a statement to Breitbart News, White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers said, “Thanks to President Trump, gas prices have hit a five-year low… Lowering energy prices for American families and businesses will continue to be a top priority for President Trump in the new year.”
The contrast couldn’t be more stark when compared to the Biden years. After just 10 months in office, Biden saw the national average jump to $3.26 by Christmas 2021. That number held firm in the years following, hitting $3.05 in 2022 and $3.10 in 2023 — well above pre-2021 levels. At one point, under Biden, Americans faced the highest gas prices in U.S. history when prices peaked at $5.016 per gallon on June 14, 2022, according to AAA.
While seasonal factors like lower winter demand and the completion of refinery maintenance play a role in the current price drop, industry analysts are pointing to broader trends — trends that reflect stronger domestic production, restrained regulation, and energy-first policies. GasBuddy’s petroleum analyst Patrick de Haan noted that increased supply and reduced demand are driving this holiday price relief, but also hinted at sustained downward pressure heading into 2026.
“Refinery maintenance has wrapped up, supplies are rising, and winter demand is much lower than in summer,” de Haan said. “We’re also seeing encouraging early trends… with signs that lower prices could continue into next year.”
This is more than a seasonal dip — it’s a policy signal.
While Biden tapped into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve in a bid to control spiking prices during his term, the relief was short-lived, and critics say it was a temporary fix that weakened national energy security. In contrast, Trump’s current strategy has focused on boosting domestic production, streamlining regulatory approvals, and restoring investor confidence in the energy sector.
And it’s not just consumers who are taking notice. GasBuddy estimates that Americans will save over half a billion dollars in fuel costs during Christmas week compared to last year. That’s money back in the pockets of American families at the time they need it most.
For a nation still recovering from the economic and inflationary headwinds of the previous administration, the return of $2-something gas isn’t just nostalgic — it’s a tangible sign of a new direction. One where energy affordability, economic strength, and policy coherence are once again working in tandem.