Trump brushes off Iran war’s cost at home: ‘I don’t think about American financial situation’
The Independent • • nation
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump dismissed concerns about rising inflation and economic hardships faced by Americans, stating his primary focus is preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons amid the ongoing conflict he initiated.
- Inflation data shows a 3.8% increase in the Consumer Price Index over the past year, with gasoline prices surging 5.4% last month due to the standoff at the Strait of Hormuz, which disrupts a significant portion of global oil supply.
- A CNN/SSRS poll reveals that 77% of Americans blame Trump's policies, including the war with Iran and tariffs, for increasing the cost of living, with about 70% disapproving of his handling of the economy.
- Despite economic challenges, Trump remains optimistic that the war will end soon, promising that oil prices will drop and the stock market will soar, leading to a "golden age" for America once the conflict is resolved.
- Diplomatic efforts to end the war remain stalled, with Iran threatening to enrich uranium to weapons-grade levels if bombings resume, and Trump considering restarting major combat operations despite a fragile ceasefire.