“One in four Americans skip medical care because they cannot afford it.”  Kaiser Family Foundation

False Claims on the Economy

“The economy is roaring back.” Donald Trump

Wholesale prices surge – Associated Press 

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“We are rebuilding the American dream.” JD Vance, Vice President

Americans struggle with affordability  – The Guardian

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“The Trump economy is delivering for the American people.”  Scott Bessent, Secretary of the Treasury

Despite Trump’s claims, affordability is still a hot issue – Bloomberg

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Why Costs Keep Rising

Since January 2025, costs in the United States have continued to rise — especially for essentials like food, energy, utilities, and healthcare.  

• Trump’s tariffs increased prices by adding a tax on imported goods, which businesses then passed on to consumers. Immediately affected were food, clothing, electronics, cars, appliances, construction, and furniture.

• Congress passed a sweeping tax-and-spending law in 2025 that cut taxes primarily for the wealthy. It reduced funding for food assistance and Medicaid, and made health insurance more expensive and harder for many people to obtain.

• The war in Iran disrupted the global oil supply, pushing up the cost of gas and household utilities.

Americans cut back to afford healthcare expenses – Gallup

Spending on Iran war takes priority – The Guardian

Gas prices rising daily since March 1, 2026 – Investopedia