California Gov. Gavin Newsom does not appear to be convinced a recent surge in California’s gas prices Opens a New Window. is the product of market Opens a New Window. conditions. On Tuesday, Newsom asked Opens a New Window. the California Energy Commission to investigate why the state’s gasoline prices are so much higher than the rest of the country, citing independent analysis that suggests there could be an “unaccounted-for price differential” resulting from “inappropriate industry practices.” The committee confirmed to FOX Business it would begin the assessment immediately, and provide results by the May deadline. As of Wednesday, the...