Economic Overview - The U.S. consumer prices have significantly decreased, but there is a stark contrast between the government's optimistic portrayal and the reality faced by ordinary families [1][2] - Trump claims that making the U.S. affordable again is a top priority, especially as midterm elections approach, indicating a growing concern among Republicans about voter sentiment [1] Price Changes - Some prices have decreased, such as gasoline and eggs, with eggs dropping from $5 to $3 per dozen [2] - However, housing costs have risen by 7.2% year-over-year, with average monthly rent for a standard apartment exceeding $2,000 [2] Public Sentiment - Many citizens express frustration on social media, highlighting that savings from reduced fuel and egg prices do not cover rising mortgage costs [3] - A recent poll shows Trump's approval rating has increased by 3 percentage points to 41%, yet 62% of respondents believe the economy is declining [6] Political Dynamics - Trump attributes economic concerns to the previous administration and the Federal Reserve's past interest rate policies, framing them as a Democratic "scam" [4] - The Democratic Party has capitalized on economic issues, achieving victories in local elections, which has prompted Republican leaders to pressure the White House to focus on domestic economic issues [6] Federal Reserve Actions - The Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates twice to stimulate the economy, currently at approximately 3.9%, while the inflation rate remains at 3%, exceeding the target of 2% [6] - The Fed faces a challenging situation of balancing employment stability and inflation control as midterm elections approach [6]
民众吃不起药住不起房,美联储愁坏了,特朗普:经济好得很
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-12-11 09:26