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From @WSJopinion: Terms like “affordability,” “socialism” and “famine” have taken on new, politically convenient meanings, writes @gerardtbakerhttps://t.co/wiWPwFaO13 ...

The number one issue facing Americans today, which they say will impact their vote in the 26 midterm, is affordability of everyday items like food and fuel. That's according to a recent survey conducted by our next guest. Joining us right now is pollster and political strategist Frank Lunts.Frank, it's great to see you. Uh we we've been talking about this word affordability, which has become sort of part of the the political uh if not popular lexicon. Uh the president has said that word is a conj job.Uh Gre ...

Across the US, affordability concerns are intensifying and infusing the political conversation. How do you feel about your finances right now?Bloomberg reporters want to hear your story https://t.co/rinZzLhSUc ...

[Music] Welcome to Meet the Press Now. I'm Kristen Welker in Washington where a new poll shows the president struggling on key issues as the White House grapples with its messaging on affordability as a looming healthc care premium spike threatens to magnify the issue for millions of Americans. And it all comes as the president was dealt a major rebuke by members of his own party complicating Republicans efforts to hold the House in next year's midterms.But we do begin with Republicans healthcare dilemma af ...

these rate cuts that we've seen, is there a chance we're going to see more affordability in the housing market so more people can maybe enjoy that part of wealth creation. I mean, the average age or median age of a first-time home buyer is now 40 years old. That's the highest on record.>> Yeah. So, the housing market faces um some really significant challenges. And uh I don't know that, you know, a 25 basis point decline in the federal funds rate is going to make much of a difference for people.um you know ...

Across the US, affordability concerns are intensifying and infusing the political conversation. How do you feel about your finances right now?Bloomberg reporters want to hear your story https://t.co/JtUJCddybu ...

Democrats focusing on the word affordability as a strategy to criticize President Trump's economy. Joining us right now talk about the political messaging CBC contributor Heidi Highamp. She of course is a former US senator, the founder of One Country Project and active strategic advisors co-chair Mick Mulaney.He served as in several positions in the first Trump administration. We love having you both on and we love having you both on together. So let let's get into it because uh Democrats have been using th ...

Economic Sentiment & Presidential Approval - President Trump's approval rating on the economy has fallen to 31%, the lowest in his first or second term, indicating growing concerns about affordability among Americans [1][12][13] - A significant portion of Americans, particularly those in the bottom third of the economy who do not own stocks, are experiencing financial anxieties related to healthcare, prescription drugs, and travel costs [4][5] - The disconnect between the booming stock market, primarily benefiting the top 10% of Americans and driven by a few tech stocks, and the financial struggles of middle-class Americans is fueling voter anger [9][10] Political Implications - The President's perceived inability to empathize with the financial anxieties of American voters is seen as a significant weakness [6][8][15] - The Democratic party is gaining ground, recent Democratic sweeps in New Jersey and Virginia and this week's Miami mayoral race make 2026 look distinctly blue tinged [13] - Polling data indicates a decline in Trump's approval ratings across various issues, including the economy, crime, and immigration, suggesting a shift in voter sentiment [13][15][16] Immigration Policy Impact - The focus on "brutal deportation practices" rather than "build the wall" is becoming increasingly unpopular and damaging to the administration [14]

As “affordability” becomes a political buzzword, President Trump is confronting voters in a sour mood about the economy https://t.co/y3wjQ5T2qA ...