‘It’s enraging’: lawmakers call for action after Guardian investigation into convenience store overcharges
Summary
Five U.S. House members criticized 7-Eleven and Circle K for charging customers higher prices at checkout than shown on shelves or fuel signs, based on a Guardian investigation. Lawmakers are urging the Federal Trade Commission to investigate these pricing practices and ensure companies provide clear and fair prices.Key Facts
- The Guardian found 7-Eleven and Circle K often overcharge customers compared to shelf or pump prices.
- Representatives Becca Balint and Nanette Barragán called for an FTC investigation into these pricing issues.
- From 2023 to 2025, 7-Eleven and Circle K failed many price-accuracy inspections in several states, including Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Florida, and North Carolina.
- Both convenience store chains stated they take pricing accuracy seriously but did not answer detailed questions from the Guardian.
- Similar overcharging problems were found at major dollar store chains like Dollar General and Family Dollar in a previous investigation.
- Thirty House members sent a letter to dollar stores demanding answers about their pricing.
- Representative Delia Ramirez expressed concern about vulnerable consumers being affected by unfair pricing practices.
- President Trump called affordability concerns a “hoax,” but a recent poll shows low approval of his handling of the cost of living.
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