Trending Now - Trump's Inflation Woes: a Self-inflicted Political Burden

WHO:

CNN - President Donald Trump

CNN - Austan Goolsbee, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago president

CNN - Heather Long, chief economist at Navy Federal Credit Union

CNN - 77% of Americans, including a majority of Republicans

Alternet - GOP strategist (anonymous)

Fast Company - Evan Duke, a 30-year-old bartender

Fast Company - Michael Whatley, Republican nominee and former national party chairman

Fast Company - Roy Cooper, Democratic candidate and former governor

Fast Company - Tracy Brill, a Trump supporter

Fast Company - Phyllis Aycock, a 79-year-old antiques store owner

Fast Company - Emily Miller, a 43-year-old volunteer on voter turnout efforts

Fast Company - James Outlaw, a 60-year-old in rural Bertie County

WHAT:

CNN - The Consumer Price Index report showed prices rising 3.8% year-over-year, up from February’s 2.4% annual rate, before the US and Israel began attacking Iran.

CNN - The Producer Price Index (PPI) hit a 6% annual rate in April, up from 4% in March, marking the highest monthly surge in over four years.

CNN - The wholesale index increased 1.4% on a monthly basis, double what economists expected and the second-biggest monthly jump on record.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on the economy has reached a career-low of 30%, with 70% of Americans disapproving of his handling of the economy.

Alternet - A CNN/SSRS poll found that 77% of Americans, including a majority of Republicans, say Trump’s policies have increased the cost of living in their community.

Alternet - Trump's disapproval rating on gas prices has reached 79%, the highest disapproval rating for any president on this issue.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on the economy jumped from 61% in January to 70% in May, following the announcement of tariffs and the Iran war.

CNN - 65% of Americans say Trump’s policies “have worsened economic conditions,” and 77% say they have “increased the cost of living” in their communities.

CNN - Wall Street’s expectations for a Fed rate cut this year have gone out the window, with investors now seeing a more than 30% chance of a rate hike by the end of the year.

Alternet - Harry Enten reported that Trump's disapproval rating on gas prices has reached 52% among Republican voters.

Fast Company - The midterm elections will determine control of Congress during the final two years of Trump's tenure.

CNN - The Producer Price Index (PPI) for April spiked to 6%, up from 4% in March, marking the highest monthly surge in over four years.

CNN - The wholesale index increased 1.4% on a monthly basis, double what economists expected and the second-biggest monthly jump on record.

CNN - Core services, excluding energy and housing, rose 3.3% year over year, and 0.5% from March to April.

CNN - A CNN/SSRS poll found that 70% of Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy, with only 30% approving, marking his worst economic approval rating ever.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on gas prices has reached 79%, the highest disapproval rating for any president on this issue.

CNN - 75% of Americans say the Iran war has hurt their finances, according to a CNN/SSRS poll.

CNN - Trump's disapproval on gas prices has now reached 52% among Republican voters.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on the economy jumped from 61% in January to 70% in May, following the announcement of tariffs and the Iran war.

CNN - 65% of Americans say Trump’s policies “have worsened economic conditions,” and 77% say they have “increased the cost of living” in their communities.

CNN - The Producer Price Index (PPI) for April spiked to 6%, up from 4% in March, marking the highest monthly surge in over four years.

CNN - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed prices rising 3.8% year-over-year, up sharply from February’s 2.4% annual rate.

Alternet - President Trump stated, "I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation," and added, "not even a little bit."

Alternet - A CNN/SSRS poll found that 77% of Americans, including a majority of Republicans, say Trump’s policies have increased the cost of living in their community.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on the economy has reached a career-low of 30%, with 70% of Americans disapproving of his handling of the economy.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on gas prices has now reached 79%, the highest disapproval rating for any president on this issue.

Alternet - Harry Enten reported that Trump's disapproval rating on gas prices has reached 52% among Republican voters.

Fast Company - The midterm elections will determine control of Congress during the final two years of Trump's tenure.

CNN - The Producer Price Index (PPI) hit a 6% annual rate, up from 4% in March, marking the highest monthly surge in over four years.

CNN - The wholesale index increased 1.4% on a monthly basis, double what economists expected and the second-biggest monthly jump on record.

CNN - Core services, excluding energy and housing, rose 3.3% year over year, and 0.5% from March to April.

CNN - A CNN/SSRS poll found that 70% of Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy, with only 30% approving, marking his worst economic approval rating ever.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on the economy jumped from 61% in January to 70% in May, following the announcement of tariffs and the Iran war.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on gas prices has reached 79%, the highest disapproval rating for any president on this issue.

CNN - 75% of Americans say the Iran war has hurt their finances, according to a CNN/SSRS poll.

CNN - Trump's approval rating on the economy has dropped to a career-low of 30%.

CNN - 65% of Americans say Trump’s policies “have worsened economic conditions,” and 77% say they have “increased the cost of living” in their communities.

CNN - The US government has collected more than $340 billion in tariff revenue during Trump's second term.

CNN - Trump's disapproval on gas prices has now reached 52% among Republican voters.

CNN - The economic cost of the war is colliding head-on with the cost of Trump’s other signature policy move: tariffs, which act as a tax on US businesses.

CNN - Wall Street’s expectations for a Fed rate cut this year have gone out the window, with investors now seeing a more than 30% chance of a rate hike by the end of the year.

CNN - The war with Iran has restricted the world’s oil supply, contributing to rising gas prices and increasing costs for businesses and groceries.

CNN - The Producer Price Index (PPI) hit a 6% annual rate, up from 4% in March, marking the highest monthly surge in over four years.

CNN - The Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed prices rising 3.8% year-over-year, up sharply from February’s 2.4% annual rate.

CNN - A CNN/SSRS poll found that 70% of Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy, with only 30% approving, marking his worst economic approval rating ever.

Alternet - 75% of Americans say the Iran war has hurt their finances, according to a CNN/SSRS poll.

Alternet - Trump's disapproval rating on gas prices has reached 79%, the highest disapproval rating for any president on this issue.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on the economy jumped from 61% in January to 70% in May, following the announcement of tariffs and the Iran war.

CNN - The Producer Price Index hit a 6% annual rate in April, up from 4% in March, marking the highest monthly surge in more than four years.

CNN - The wholesale index increased 1.4% on a monthly basis, double what economists expected and the second-biggest monthly jump on record.

CNN - Core services, excluding energy and housing, rose 3.3% year over year, and 0.5% from March to April.

CNN - Trump's approval rating on the economy has dropped to a career-low of 30%.

CNN - A CNN/SSRS poll found that 65% of Americans say Trump’s policies “have worsened economic conditions,” and 77% say they have “increased the cost of living” in their communities.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on the economy jumped from 56% in March 2025 to 61% in April 2025, after he announced his “Liberation Day” global tariffs.

CNN - Trump's disapproval rating on the economy rose from 61% in January to 69% in March and now 70%.

Alternet - 79% of Americans disapprove of Trump on gas prices, marking the highest disapproval rating for any president on this issue.

Alternet - Trump's disapproval on gas prices has now reached 52% among Republican voters.

Fast Company - The rate of inflation continued to climb, affecting costs for groceries, rent, and fuel.

Fast Company - Democrats are focusing their pitch on the "affordability crisis" due to rising costs.

Fast Company - The midterm elections will determine control of Congress during the final two years of Trump's tenure.

CNN - The Consumer Price Index report showed prices rising 3.8% year-over-year, up sharply from February’s 2.4% annual rate.

CNN - The Producer Price Index hit a 6% annual rate in April, up from 4% in March, marking the highest monthly surge in more than four years.

Alternet - Trump stated, "I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation," and added, "not even a little bit."

Alternet - A CNN/SSRS poll found that 77% of Americans, including a majority of Republicans, say Trump’s policies have increased the cost of living in their community.

Alternet - Trump's approval rating on the economy has dropped to a career-low of 30%.

Alternet - Harry Enten reported that 79% of Americans disapprove of Trump on gas prices, marking the highest disapproval rating for any president on this issue.

CNN - The Consumer Price Index report showed prices rising 3.8% year-over-year.

CNN - The Producer Price Index hit a 6% annual rate in April, up from 4% in March.

CNN - The wholesale index increased 1.4% on a monthly basis, double what economists expected.

CNN - The US government has collected more than $340 billion in tariff revenue during Trump's second term.

Alternet - Trump stated he does not think about Americans' financial situation, saying, "I don’t think about anybody."

Fast Company - The rate of inflation continued to climb, affecting costs for groceries, rent, and fuel.

Fast Company - Democrats are focusing their pitch on the "affordability crisis" due to rising costs.

WHERE:

CNN - The economic situation is affecting Americans nationwide.

Fast Company - North Carolina is highlighted as a battleground state in the U.S. Senate race.

WHEN:

CNN - The Consumer Price Index report was released on a Tuesday.

CNN - The Producer Price Index report was released in April.

Fast Company - The midterm elections are upcoming, which will determine control of Congress.

WHY:

CNN - Trump's policies, particularly tariffs and the Iran war, are directly linked to rising inflation and economic dissatisfaction among Americans.

CNN - Inflation is linked to Trump's policy decisions, including tariffs and the Iran war.

Alternet - Trump's comments are seen as politically inconvenient as Republicans try to craft an economic message.

HOW:

CNN - The war with Iran has restricted the world’s oil supply, contributing to rising gas prices and increasing costs for businesses and groceries.

NBC News Politics - The war in Iran is restricting the world’s oil supply, contributing to rising gas prices and increasing costs for businesses and groceries.

CNN - The war with Iran has restricted the world’s oil supply, contributing to rising gas prices.

Fast Company - Trump's tax cuts are being eroded by rising prices, affecting middle-class Americans.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 11:38 UTC)

The latest Consumer Price Index report reveals that prices have risen by 3.8% year-over-year, a significant increase from February's 2.4% annual rate, coinciding with the onset of military actions involving the US and Israel in Iran. Meanwhile, Trump's disapproval rating on the economy has surged to a career-low of 30%, with 70% of Americans expressing dissatisfaction with his economic management, and a staggering 77% believe his policies have raised the cost of living in their communities. As the midterm elections approach, they will play a crucial role in determining control of Congress during the final two years of Trump's presidency.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 04:19 UTC)

The Producer Price Index for April has surged to six percent, marking the highest monthly increase in over four years and doubling economists' expectations with a wholesale index rise of one point four percent. A recent CNN/SSRS poll reveals that a staggering seventy percent of Americans disapprove of Trump's handling of the economy, with his disapproval rating on gas prices hitting an all-time high of seventy-nine percent. Additionally, seventy-five percent of Americans feel that the Iran war has negatively impacted their finances, highlighting a growing sentiment that Trump's policies have worsened economic conditions and increased the cost of living.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 01:33 UTC)

The Producer Price Index for April has surged to six percent, marking the highest monthly increase in over four years, while the Consumer Price Index report shows a year-over-year rise of three point eight percent, up sharply from February's two point four percent. In response to concerns about the economy, President Trump stated, "I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation," and a recent CNN/SSRS poll reveals that seventy-seven percent of Americans believe his policies have increased the cost of living in their communities. Additionally, Trump's disapproval rating on the economy has reached a career-low of thirty percent, with a staggering seventy-nine percent disapproving of his handling of gas prices, the highest disapproval rating for any president on this issue.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 23:16 UTC)

The Producer Price Index has surged to a six percent annual rate, marking the highest monthly increase in over four years, while the wholesale index jumped by one point four percent, double what economists had anticipated. A recent CNN/SSRS poll reveals that a staggering seventy percent of Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy, which is his worst economic approval rating ever, as many attribute rising inflation and dissatisfaction to his policies, including tariffs and the ongoing war with Iran. Additionally, the economic fallout from the war has restricted oil supply, contributing to soaring gas prices, which now have a disapproval rating of seventy-nine percent among the public, further complicating the financial landscape for many Americans.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 21:28 UTC)

The Producer Price Index has surged to a six percent annual rate, the highest monthly increase in over four years, while the Consumer Price Index report shows a significant rise to three point eight percent year-over-year. A recent CNN/SSRS poll reveals that seventy percent of Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of the economy, marking his lowest approval rating ever on this issue, and his disapproval rating on gas prices has reached a staggering seventy-nine percent. Many Americans, about seventy-five percent, feel that the ongoing war with Iran has negatively impacted their finances, as rising inflation and economic dissatisfaction are closely tied to Trump's policies, including tariffs and the conflict.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 17:33 UTC)

The Producer Price Index surged to a six percent annual rate in April, marking the highest monthly increase in over four years, with the wholesale index rising by one point four percent, double what economists had anticipated. Meanwhile, Trump's approval rating on the economy has plummeted to a career-low of thirty percent, with a CNN/SSRS poll revealing that sixty-five percent of Americans believe his policies have worsened economic conditions. As the midterm elections approach, which will take place on November 8, 2026, Democrats are emphasizing the "affordability crisis" stemming from rising costs, while Trump's disapproval ratings continue to climb, particularly concerning gas prices, where seventy-nine percent of Americans express disapproval.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 15:43 UTC)

The latest Consumer Price Index report reveals that prices have surged by 3.8% year-over-year, a significant increase from February's 2.4% annual rate, while the Producer Price Index has also jumped to a 6% annual rate in April, marking the highest monthly surge in over four years. Amid these economic challenges, Trump has stated he doesn't consider Americans' financial situations, and a recent CNN/SSRS poll shows that 77% of Americans believe his policies have driven up the cost of living, with his approval rating on the economy plummeting to a career-low of 30%. Additionally, Harry Enten reported that 79% of Americans disapprove of Trump on gas prices, coinciding with the ongoing war in Iran that is restricting the world’s oil supply and contributing to rising costs for businesses and groceries.

(UPDATED May 14, 2026 13:27 UTC)

President Trump is facing criticism as inflation continues to rise, with the Consumer Price Index showing a year-over-year increase of 3.8% and the Producer Price Index hitting 6% in April. This economic situation is impacting Americans across the nation, especially in battleground states like North Carolina, where the upcoming midterm elections will determine control of Congress. While Trump has stated he doesn't consider the financial struggles of Americans, his policies, including tariffs and tax cuts, are being scrutinized as contributing factors to the affordability crisis.