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Trump Dismisses Affordability Concerns Amid Rising Public Anxiety

12/4/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed affordability issues as a "con job" created by Democrats in December 2025.
CNN analyst Harry Enten said affordability is a significant concern for Americans.
Enten noted Google searches for affordability rose 110% year over year.
Enten said 36% of Americans cite the cost of living as their top issue.
Enten warned Republicans risk repeating double-digit losses in Virginia and New Jersey if they do not align with voters' concerns.

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U.S. President Donald Trump dismissed affordability issues as a "con job" created by Democrats in December 2025.
CNN analyst Harry Enten said affordability is a significant concern for Americans.
Enten noted Google searches for affordability rose 110% year over year.
Enten said 36% of Americans cite the cost of living as their top issue.
Enten warned Republicans risk repeating double-digit losses in Virginia and New Jersey if they do not align with voters' concerns.