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Trump's Claims Clash with Rising Prices Ahead of Thanksgiving

11/23/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed prices were decreasing ahead of Thanksgiving, but the Consumer Price Index rose 3% year over year in September.
However, this CPI increase contradicts his claim and underscores rising costs affecting American households.
White House spokesman Kush Desai defended Trump, saying he is just beginning to implement policies that will lead to economic prosperity.
The remarks come amid growing frustration among American consumers regarding affordability.

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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed prices were decreasing ahead of Thanksgiving, but the Consumer Price Index rose 3% year over year in September.
However, this CPI increase contradicts his claim and underscores rising costs affecting American households.
White House spokesman Kush Desai defended Trump, saying he is just beginning to implement policies that will lead to economic prosperity.
The remarks come amid growing frustration among American consumers regarding affordability.