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Nov 22
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Trump’s Economic Comeback-Stronger, Bett...

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  • Economic Recovery & Inflation Control

    • Trump inherited an economic crisis caused by Biden’s administration and Democratic policies.
    • Inflation under Biden averaged ~5%, peaking at 9.1%, while under Trump’s second term it dropped to ~2.7%.
    • Price declines in categories like groceries (eggs, butter, ice cream, etc.) and housing costs.
  • Gas & Energy Prices

    • Under Biden: highest gas prices in history, even after using strategic reserves.
    • Under Trump: lowest average gas prices in 4+ years, with energy dominance expected to reduce costs further.
  • Real Wage Gains

    • Under Biden: workers lost $2,900 in purchasing power.
    • Under Trump: real wages grew by $700 and projected to increase by $1,200 after the first full year.
  • Tax Cuts & Deregulation

    • Trump signed what is described as the largest tax cut in U.S. history, including:
      • No tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security.
    • De-regulatory efforts have saved Americans $180 billion collectively.
  • Investment & Job Growth

    • Trillions of dollars have been invested in U.S. operations, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs.
    • States 1.9 million more American-born workers employed than when Trump took office.
    • Tariffs are a driver for on-shoring and industrial investment.
  • Trade Deals & Tariffs

    • New trade agreements with Switzerland and exemptions for certain agricultural products.
    • Tariffs are credited for bringing manufacturing and AI investments back to the U.S.

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