Mike Nellis claimed inflation is up under President Donald Trump, prompting disbelief from Sandra Smith on The Faulkner Focus. Nellis asserted that inflation issues should be prioritized, mentioning the Republicans' lack of action while they control Congress. He pointed out that beef prices surged by 9% in 2023 due to demand outpacing supply. Despite Nellis' claims about current inflation rates, Smith corrected him, stating the rate is below three percent. Nellis argued prices rose since Trump’s promises, while Smith maintained inflation had decreased overall compared to the previous year.
Republicans are in control of Congress. They're currently in recess rather than doing anything about inflation.
The USDA did announce that beef prices have surged by 9% since the beginning of the year, with demand outpacing supply.
The inflation rate did rise from last month, but remains well below where it was at the same point last year.
Inflation has come down, Smith responded eventually.
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