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• Affordability & Economy

  • Criticism of Democrats for previously downplaying inflation and now focusing on affordability.
  • Positive outlook on current gas prices:
    • National average forecast: $3.02 per gallon for Thanksgiving.
    • Conservative states (e.g., Oklahoma at $2.50) have lower prices compared to liberal states (California at $4.63).
  • Thanksgiving meal costs have dropped to the lowest level in four years, reversing sharp increases during Biden’s presidency.
  • Holiday spending expected to top $1 trillion for the first time, despite mixed consumer sentiment.

• Energy & Travel

  • Gas prices are at their lowest since the pandemic.
  • AAA predicts 82 million Americans will travel 50+ miles for Thanksgiving—a record high.
  • FAA launching a major hiring push for air traffic controllers to improve safety and reduce delays.

• Immigration & Transportation Safety

  • Senator Tommy Tuberville proposes the Uber Act requiring English proficiency for ride-share and delivery drivers.
  • Concerns about illegal immigrants and non-English-speaking drivers posing safety risks.
  • Broader argument about immigration enforcement and job protection for U.S. citizens.

• Healthcare Reform

  • Trump administration planning a new healthcare framework:
    • Extend expiring Obamacare subsidies for two years.
    • Lower income eligibility limits for credits.
    • Cap subsidies at 700% of the federal poverty line.
    • Encourage Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and direct payments to consumers instead of insurance companies.
  • Criticism of Obamacare:
    • Premiums up 80% since ACA passed.
    • Over 50% of enrollees filed no claims this year.
  • CBO estimates Trump’s reforms could:
    • Lower premiums by 12.7%.
    • Save taxpayers $30.8 billion.
  • Trump frames the debate as government control vs. consumer choice.

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