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Allentown Residents Slam Inflation Amid Political Blame Game

12/21/2025

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In Allentown, Pennsylvania, residents express dissatisfaction with costs attributed to inflation.
Retiree Idalia Bisbal, relying on Social Security, calls situation 'worse than ever' due to prices.
Vice President JD Vance, at a rally, blamed the Biden administration for affordability issues, while 31% approve of President Donald Trump’s management.
Local leaders including Tony Iannelli (Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce) call Trump's optimistic assessments a stretch ahead of the 2026 elections.

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In Allentown, Pennsylvania, residents express dissatisfaction with costs attributed to inflation.
Retiree Idalia Bisbal, relying on Social Security, calls situation 'worse than ever' due to prices.
Vice President JD Vance, at a rally, blamed the Biden administration for affordability issues, while 31% approve of President Donald Trump’s management.
Local leaders including Tony Iannelli (Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce) call Trump's optimistic assessments a stretch ahead of the 2026 elections.