Inflation soars & Trump's economic promises collide with reality

Описание: On the campaign trail, Trump officials promised to lower the price of gas “by 50%,” “end inflation,” and lower the price of oil. But the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports inflation has hit its highest level in years, the price of gas is up nearly 40% since the war with Iran began, and the price of oil is more than double what White House official Peter Navarro promised. Plus, Trump faces devastating drops in approval for his handling of inflation and prices among Republicans.

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