business
The men behind Trump's $3.47 gas: An NFL coach, a GOP fundraiser and two brothers
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Brian Slodysko, Michael Biesecker and Josh Boak | The Associated Press , NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 20, 2026
· 7 min read
President Donald Trump and his White House have enthusiastically promoted the Freedom Fuel Network, a chain of star-spangled convenience stores selling gas at $3.47 per gallon in honor of the 47th president. Untangling exactly who is behind the Philadelphia-area venture has proven difficult. Reco...
Story provenance No corrections
Summary created by The San Francisco Editorial Desk — automated, rule-governed Original reporting Brian Slodysko, Michael Biesecker and Josh Boak | The Associated Press, NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Original story Read at the source Source published Jul 20, 2026 Indexed here Jul 20, 2026 AI assistance Automated summary drawn from the source’s own published text Prepublication human review No — editorial rules, flagged-item review, and published samples
Every story comes with a passport. How we work · Corrections log
Key takeaway “I am pleased to announce that a VERY smart Retailer, located throughout the Northeast, is stepping up,” Trump wrote about the company on his Truth Social platform on July 1.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The promotion of the Freedom Fuel Network by President Trump has significant implications for the San Francisco Bay Area, where residents are accustomed to higher gas prices. As the region continues to grapple with rising costs of living, the idea of cheaper gas is likely to resonate with many locals. However, the involvement of a New Jersey entrepreneur who was ordered to pay civil damages for unlawfully taking fuel raises questions about the long-term viability of the network. San Francisco's own experiences with fluctuating gas prices and the impact on local businesses and commuters make it worth watching how the Freedom Fuel Network's model plays out. The fact that Trump has owned stock in Blue Owl Capital, which owns a subsidiary that operates one of the Freedom Fuel stations, adds another layer of complexity to the story, and Bay Area residents may wonder if similar initiatives could emerge in their own community.
About this story
Original reporting by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) . The San Francisco surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: business ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 7 min
Get more The San Francisco stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering business and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? President Donald Trump and his White House have enthusiastically promoted the Freedom Fuel Network, a chain of star-spangled convenience stores selling gas at $3.47 per gallon in honor of the 47th president. Untangling exactly who is behind the Philadelphia-area venture has proven difficult. Reco...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 20, 2026 by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) and curated for The San Francisco readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Brian Slodysko, Michael Biesecker and Josh Boak | The Associated Press at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC). To learn more about how The San Francisco selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more business coverage from The San Francisco, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More business →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter