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Wednesday, Dec 10, 2025
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White House Says U.S. Is ‘Making Progress’ on Affordability as Inflation Eases
Administration highlights falling prices, rising real wages and job gains to counter claims of a cost-of-living crisis
The U.S. administration affirmed on Tuesday that significant economic gains — lower prices, rising wages and increased employment — show the country is regaining stability, even as critics warn many Americans still struggle with high living costs.
White House officials argued recent data reflect progress against inflation and cost-of-living pressures.
According to government-issued figures, inflation has declined sharply from its post-pandemic peak, with consumer prices and everyday essentials now at significantly lower levels than in recent years.
The administration noted a drop in key household costs, including groceries and rent, while gas prices have fallen to multi-year lows.
On the income front, real wages for American workers have increased by nearly four percent under the current administration, translating into a rise in take-home pay.
Employment among native-born workers has climbed by approximately 1.9 million, and labour-market participation is at historic highs.
The White House argues these metrics show the benefits of recent tax reforms and deregulation.
Further supporting its case, the administration cited robust business investment, with firms reshoring operations and creating new jobs — a reversal of what it describes as the prior economy’s overreliance on foreign supply chains.
It projects that tariff revenue, deregulation, and economic growth will together reduce the federal deficit while delivering “lower prices and bigger paychecks” for American families.
Yet many economists and analysts caution that despite statistical improvements, large segments of the population continue to feel economic strain, especially around housing, healthcare and energy costs.
Some surveys indicate widespread concern over affordability remains, underscoring the gap between aggregate economic indicators and household realities.
For now, the White House maintains its core message: the groundwork laid for renewed growth is delivering tangible gains, and the administration will continue to pursue policies aimed at easing costs and boosting Americans’ purchasing power.
It frames the current moment as a turning point — one in which disciplined economic stewardship is beginning to deliver real results for everyday Americans.
White House officials argued recent data reflect progress against inflation and cost-of-living pressures.
According to government-issued figures, inflation has declined sharply from its post-pandemic peak, with consumer prices and everyday essentials now at significantly lower levels than in recent years.
The administration noted a drop in key household costs, including groceries and rent, while gas prices have fallen to multi-year lows.
On the income front, real wages for American workers have increased by nearly four percent under the current administration, translating into a rise in take-home pay.
Employment among native-born workers has climbed by approximately 1.9 million, and labour-market participation is at historic highs.
The White House argues these metrics show the benefits of recent tax reforms and deregulation.
Further supporting its case, the administration cited robust business investment, with firms reshoring operations and creating new jobs — a reversal of what it describes as the prior economy’s overreliance on foreign supply chains.
It projects that tariff revenue, deregulation, and economic growth will together reduce the federal deficit while delivering “lower prices and bigger paychecks” for American families.
Yet many economists and analysts caution that despite statistical improvements, large segments of the population continue to feel economic strain, especially around housing, healthcare and energy costs.
Some surveys indicate widespread concern over affordability remains, underscoring the gap between aggregate economic indicators and household realities.
For now, the White House maintains its core message: the groundwork laid for renewed growth is delivering tangible gains, and the administration will continue to pursue policies aimed at easing costs and boosting Americans’ purchasing power.
It frames the current moment as a turning point — one in which disciplined economic stewardship is beginning to deliver real results for everyday Americans.
