Reporters today asked White House Press Secretary Jay Carney about Energy Secretary Stephen Chu’s controversial statement about gas prices.
In a hearing yesterday, Chu admitted in a House Appropriations hearing that Obama’s goal was not to bring down the price of gas, but rather decrease the nation’s dependence on oil with alternative fuels.
His comment raised questions among Republicans, who are adamant about doing something to tackle high gas prices.
“I am not aware of that statement or the characterization that you have given it,” Carney replied.
