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Nov 2023
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The Smoke And Mirrors Economy | 11.5.23

THE DAILY WIRE
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The current U.S. housing market is plagued by soaring interest rates and dwindling affordability for millions of Americans. Plus robust consumer spending and rising debt is raising concerns about the long-term stability of the economy. Get the facts first on Morning Wire.

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