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Trump's 'Out of Touch' Comments Spark Backlash Over Inflation

4/17/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump admitted he had never heard the term 'corner store,' signaling a disconnect.
He dismissed inflation from the Iran war as 'fake,' prompting critics to label him out of touch.
He said middle- and lower-income people do not consider tax deductions, despite gas prices linked to the war.
A White House DoorDash stunt drew scrutiny after claims the driver was a GOP 'prop,' which DoorDash denied.

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U.S. President Donald Trump admitted he had never heard the term 'corner store,' signaling a disconnect.
He dismissed inflation from the Iran war as 'fake,' prompting critics to label him out of touch.
He said middle- and lower-income people do not consider tax deductions, despite gas prices linked to the war.
A White House DoorDash stunt drew scrutiny after claims the driver was a GOP 'prop,' which DoorDash denied.