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Trump Touts Economy in Pennsylvania Speech, Blaming Democrats for Rising Costs

Trump announced a $12 billion farm aid package from tariff revenue while blaming Democrats for inflation and launched a national tour ahead of the 2026 midterms, polling shows 57% doubt his inflation battle.

  • President Donald Trump opened a national‑tour stop Tuesday at the Mount Airy Casino Resort, Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, shifting from inflation to attacks on Somali immigrants and Rep. Ilhan Omar, Minnesota Democrat.
  • Following last month's off‑cycle losses, the White House doubled down on an economic message as Pennsylvania voters concerned about affordability shaped the pitch for next year's midterm elections.
  • Displaying a price comparison chart, Trump argued inflation improved under his policies and declared `I have no higher priority than making America affordable again`.
  • The stop targeted a high‑stakes congressional district that could tip House control, with Democrats seizing on it to target freshman Republican U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan and the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee signaling broader campaigns.
  • Economists warn tariffs and immigration policies have raised consumer prices, complicating affordability, while Mark Zandi calls it a 'financial struggle' and voters like Lou Heddy and Nick Riley report rising grocery bills and cutting luxuries.
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REPORT - The U.S. president held a first meeting in Pennsylvania, defending his economic record despite unchecked inflation.

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