Fresh U.S. inflation numbers released Thursday show prices rose 3.1% annually – lower than forecasted but still sparking fiery debates between political factions. 📉 President Donald Trump quickly hailed the figures as proof his economic policies 'worked better than sleepytime math,' while Democrats countered that grocery bills and rent costs remain “crisis-level burdens” for families.
What’s Cooking in the Economy? 🍳
While overall inflation cooled from 2025’s mid-year peak, stubborn food prices (+5.8% YOY) and erratic government data collection have left analysts divided. The Federal Reserve warns Trump-era tariffs continue to “bake-in” price hikes for electronics and appliances. 🔌
Voters Want Answers 🗳️
With new economic reports due next week, both parties are scrambling to frame the narrative. Republicans emphasize falling gas prices (-12% since June), while Democrats spotlight childcare costs rising faster than Bitcoin. 💸
Owen Fairclough reports from DC: “This isn’t just about numbers – it’s about which party can sell their economic story before 2026 midterms.”
