{
  "id": 17106494,
  "title": "Trump failed to stop inflation. Now Republicans may pay price in midterm elections",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/trump-failed-to-stop-inflation-now-republicans-may-pay-price-in-17106494",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-29T19:12:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20261030/trump-failed-to-stop-inflation-now-republicans-may-pay-price-in-midterm-elections"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Donald Trump finds himself in a predicament as the upcoming midterm elections approach, as inflation remains a pressing concern for American voters. The cost of essential items, such as a basic Ford F-150 truck, has skyrocketed by around $30 compared to a year ago. Mortgage rates have also surged to levels that have dampened home sales, further compounding the financial strain on families. Over the past year, consumer prices have risen at a faster rate than wages, leaving many households worse off than before.\n\nDespite these economic challenges, Trump is facing difficulties in fulfilling his campaign pledge to reduce costs. Simultaneously, he maintains that the nation is experiencing an economic \"golden age,\" a claim he repeats during his campaign appearances. He insists that interest rates and oil prices will plummet once the ongoing war with Iran concludes, a sentiment fueled during his recent campaign rallies. However, Trump dismisses the term \"affordability\" as a mere \"con job by the Democrats,\" declaring that it holds no significance for the average American.\n\nAs the midterm elections loom, there is mounting speculation that Trump's inability to address the inflation crisis may cost Republicans control of Congress. While some argue that Trump's rosy rhetoric masks the reality of the economic struggles faced by many, others contend that his promises of a prosperous future may resonate with voters despite the current economic hardships.",
  "summary": "WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump would prefer that voters not worry about inflation. But it's hard for them to ignore. Filling up a basic Ford F-150 truck now costs about $100, up $30 from a year ago. Mortgage rates have jumped to levels that have depressed home sales. And for the past 12 months, consumer prices have risen faster than paychecks, making the average family poorer. One week…",
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        "published": "2026-10-29T14:20:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Channel News Asia",
        "title": "US economy posts strong growth, inflation stubbornly high in challenge to Trump",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/us-economy-posts-strong-growth-inflation-stubbornly-high-in-challenge",
        "published": "2026-10-29T16:24:29.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Der Standard Wirtschaft",
        "title": "Die Inflation hat Trump an die Macht gebracht. Wird sie nun den Republikanern zum Verhängnis?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/die-inflation-hat-trump-an-die-macht-gebracht-wird-sie-nun-den",
        "published": "2026-10-29T17:00:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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