US EditionTrump's 'A+++++' economy collides with reality in a Pennsylvania city critical to the midterms
Allentown residents face rising costs despite Trump’s top economy rating, highlighting affordability challenges that threaten vulnerable Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms.
- Recently, President Donald Trump praised the economy with an `A+++++` grade and called affordability concerns a `hoax`, though few Allentown, Pennsylvania residents share that optimism.
- Local residents and officials say prices are too high across essentials, citing gas, groceries, health care and housing, while Vice President JD Vance blamed the Biden administration during a recent visit.
- Allentown, Pennsylvania anchors the Lehigh Valley, while Lehigh County swung toward Trump last year and U.S. Rep. Ryan Mackenzie is now vulnerable in the district.
- The district's competitiveness could shape control of the House in next year's midterms as Democrats prioritize retaking the competitive congressional district that includes Allentown.
- Frequent national visits and coverage keep Allentown, Pennsylvania in the political spotlight, but the administration risks seeming out of touch as locals show exhaustion with constant political combat, The Associated Press reports.
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BizTocInstead of Trump’s ‘A+++++’ economy, even the chamber of commerce in this swing-state city admits it’s not robust
When Idalia Bisbal moved to this Pennsylvania city synonymous with America’s working class, she hoped for a cheaper, easier life than the one she was leaving behind in her hometown of New York City. About three years later, she is deeply disappointed. “It’s worse than ever,” the 67-year-old retiree, who relies on Social Security, said when asked about the economy. “The prices are high. Everything is going up. You can’t afford food because you ca…
Trump’s economy 'worse than ever' in pivotal Pennsylvania: report
Idalia Bisbal moved to Allentown, Pa., to escape high prices in his retirement, but he said President Donlad Trump’s economy is hounding him with inflation and big price tags on his fixed income.“It's worse than ever,” Bisbal told reporters. “The prices are high. Everything is going up. You can't afford food because you can't afford rent. Utilities are too high. Gas is too expensive. Everything is too expensive.” Vice President JD Vance had rece…
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Trump's 'A+++++' economy collides with reality in a Pennsylvania city critical to the midterms
Idalia Bisbal moved from New York City to Allentown, Pennsylvania, hoping for a cheaper life. Three years later, she feels disappointed by high prices for essentials like food and gas.
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