Trump had some powerful words to share with the media.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump isn’t buying the left’s latest narrative about an “affordability crisis.” Speaking from the White House East Room, Trump said Democrats are “peddling another con” while his administration delivers real relief for working Americans.
“I don’t want to hear about affordability — because right now, we’re much lower,” Trump said Thursday. “Thanksgiving dinner costs less under Trump than it ever did under Crooked Joe Biden.”
Trump Says Prices Are Down and America Is Thriving Again
President Trump pointed to a dramatic drop in gas, grocery, and energy costs as proof that his economic revival plan is working.
According to federal data, inflation — which hit a record-breaking 9.1% under Joe Biden — has remained near 3% throughout Trump’s second term. Gas prices now average around $3 per gallon, down sharply from nearly $5 during the Biden years.
“When Biden was in charge, families couldn’t even afford to drive to work or put food on the table,” Trump said. “Now, under my leadership, Americans are saving money again.”
Trump also noted that the price of an average Thanksgiving dinner has dropped by roughly 25%, citing Walmart’s 2025 food index, which tracks holiday staples like turkey, potatoes, and vegetables.
Biden’s Inflation Nightmare Still Haunts Democrats
Democrats are pushing back, claiming Americans are still feeling the pinch — but many voters aren’t buying it.
Republicans argue that everyday Americans remember exactly how painful things were under Biden’s economy: record fuel costs, skyrocketing grocery bills, and crushing energy prices.
Even liberal news outlets admit consumer confidence is stronger today than it was under the previous administration. Yet Democrats continue to warn that Trump is “out of touch” on affordability — a charge GOP strategists say won’t stick with voters who are finally catching a financial break.
“The Democrats are professional con artists,” Trump said. “They lie about the numbers, and the media repeats it. But Americans see the truth every time they check out at the grocery store or fill up their tank.”
Trump Calls on GOP to ‘Talk About the Wins’
With Democrats celebrating a few state-level wins during the ongoing shutdown, Trump urged Republicans to be louder about their economic victories.
“Affordability is better with Republicans. The only problem is, Republicans don’t talk about it,” Trump said. “We have incredible numbers. We just need to tell people about them.”
Political analysts say affordability and economic optimism will be decisive issues heading into the 2026 midterm elections, which will shape the final two years of Trump’s presidency.
“Democrats can’t win on facts, so they’re trying to spin feelings,” said one senior GOP adviser. “But people are living this economy — and they like what they see under Trump.”
Bottom Line
While Democrats push doom and gloom, President Trump is betting on results — lower prices, higher confidence, and a stronger middle class. As one voter in Michigan told Fox News, “Under Trump, my grocery bill is finally going down. That’s all I need to know.”