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Trump Claims Economic Recovery, Blames Previous Administration

12/18/2025

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In a primetime address, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed his policies rescued America from the brink of ruin.
He blamed the prior administration for driving up prices, citing costs for cars, gasoline, and hotels.
Trump said prices are falling, noting turkey prices down 33% and eggs down 82% since March.
He described wage gains for factory, construction, and mining workers and announced Warrior Dividends of $1,776 for U.S. military members.

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In a primetime address, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed his policies rescued America from the brink of ruin.
He blamed the prior administration for driving up prices, citing costs for cars, gasoline, and hotels.
Trump said prices are falling, noting turkey prices down 33% and eggs down 82% since March.
He described wage gains for factory, construction, and mining workers and announced Warrior Dividends of $1,776 for U.S. military members.