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Trump Faces Economic Hurdles Ahead of Midterms

11/12/2025

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Victor Davis Hanson, historian, outlines three economic challenges for the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration as it approaches the midterm elections.
Public perceptions of inflation persist, even though the 2022 peak of 9.1% has declined.
Prices remain high.
The administration and Republicans have not effectively compared their performance to Biden’s tenure.
Hanson warns that Trump's policy changes, such as deregulation and immigration enforcement, may take time to materialize.

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Story summary

Victor Davis Hanson, historian, outlines three economic challenges for the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration as it approaches the midterm elections.
Public perceptions of inflation persist, even though the 2022 peak of 9.1% has declined.
Prices remain high.
The administration and Republicans have not effectively compared their performance to Biden’s tenure.
Hanson warns that Trump's policy changes, such as deregulation and immigration enforcement, may take time to materialize.