President Trump is facing criticism from fellow Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene for failing to make life more affordable as promised. Data shows that prices are rising faster than wages, with the consumer price index up 2.9% and housing costs up 3.6% over the past year. Trump’s trade war has added to the problem, with consumers potentially shouldering 67% of tariff costs. Americans are feeling the squeeze, with 83% considering cutting non-essential spending. To navigate the affordability crisis, experts recommend building an emergency fund, taking on side hustles, and investing in inflation-resistant assets.

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