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- U.S. consumers face rising costs with inflation at 3.5% and a 2021 $100 item now costing $125.
- Mike DeDivitis of Rainbow Lake, New York withdrew $2,000 after his electricity bill doubled.
- Mary Mehrkens of California reports that a $900,000 condo price forces couple to keep renting while childcare for her 3-year-old costs $1,600 a month.
- Peg Kilroy of Mesa, Arizona reports ACA premiums rose 114% in 2026 after subsidies expired.
