US Inflation Rises To 3.7% In September Ahead Of Midterm Elections
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U.S. inflation accelerated last month as gas, clothes, and air fares got more expensive, evidence that rising prices remain an economic challenge just a few weeks before the midterm elections that have focused heavily on issues related to affordability. The consumer price index rose 3.7% in September, driving by higher motor fuel costs, complicating Trump's final push to sell voters on a strong economy.
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“Final inflation report before voters go to polls comes amid widespread anger over cost of living under Trump”
The Guardian — US inflation rose to 3.7% in September in blow to Republicans before midterms“U.S. inflation accelerated last month as gas, clothes, and air fares got more expensive, evidence that rising prices remain an economic challenge just a few weeks before the midterm elections that have focused heavily on issues related to affordability.”
fast company — Inflation got worse in September as consumers struggle with high prices ahead of the midterms“The pace of price rises increased to 3.7% in the year to September, driving by higher motor fuel costs.”
bbc — US inflation rises more than expected ahead of midterm elections“The final inflation report before the 2026 election — showing price increases and stagnant wages — spelled bad political news for the White House.”
ny times — Surging Inflation Complicates Trump’s Final Push to Sell Voters on Strong Economy
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