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Vance and Trump Blast Democrats Over Affordability Crisis

12/5/2025

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Vice President JD Vance criticized Democrats for creating an affordability crisis during a Cabinet meeting.
He claimed the Trump administration is reversing the economic damage from the Biden era.
U.S. President Donald Trump echoed the sentiments, labeling the Democrats' affordability narrative a scam.
Both officials expressed confidence in improving the economy before the 2026 midterm elections, despite polling showing disapproval of Trump's economic handling.

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Vice President JD Vance criticized Democrats for creating an affordability crisis during a Cabinet meeting.
He claimed the Trump administration is reversing the economic damage from the Biden era.
U.S. President Donald Trump echoed the sentiments, labeling the Democrats' affordability narrative a scam.
Both officials expressed confidence in improving the economy before the 2026 midterm elections, despite polling showing disapproval of Trump's economic handling.