Even so, red-state leaders are calling the price drop an example of the “benefits of good governance.” Republican governors have rushed to praise the Trump administration, with some suggesting that it is “only fair” that those who voted for Trump receive economic rewards first.

“This is what we call a winning strategy,” declared the governor of Alabama. “These prices show that America is back, and we’re putting our citizens first. If you want to pay $5 a gallon, that’s your choice. But here, we’re about freedom—and affordable fuel.”

The phrase “This is just the beginning” has quickly become a rallying cry for Trump supporters, with many taking to social media to share their excitement and predictions for even greater savings. “Mark my words—next, it’ll be $1.50 a gallon,” wrote one user. Another posted, “If Trump can get gas down this low in a week, imagine where we’ll be by next year! This is what real leadership looks like.”