ABERDEEN, S.D.(WNAX)- There may be no quick and easy fixes to inflation.

South Dakota democratic Senate candidate Brian Bengs says it’s a worldwide issue.

Bengs says he believes oil companies are taking advantage of the situation.

Bengs says Congress can take action on companies that are price gouging.

Bengs, a first-time candidate, is challenging three term incumbent republican Senator John Thune.