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Markey Blasts Trump Over Inflation Amid Rising Costs

4/18/2026

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  • Senator Edward Markey criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for the economic impact of the ongoing war in Iran.
  • He asked the Bureau of Labor Statistics for updated consumer price data.
  • Markey cited a 40% rise in gas prices and a 6% rise in grocery bills.
  • Trump dismissed inflation concerns as “fake” and said they are short-term.
  • Markey said Trump's economy approval rating has fallen as costs rise.