Trump says “I love the inflation” amid rising prices
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President Donald Trump has drawn attention for comments dismissing concerns about rising prices, including stating "I love the inflation" after a Bureau of Labor Statistics report showed prices rising at the fastest rate in three years. According to a Vox podcast interview with Semafor White House correspondent Shelby Talcott, Trump has repeatedly indicated he is not focused on Americans' economic situation while negotiating with Iran. Talcott reported that administration officials and Trump allies say the president's comments are tied to his focus on his historical legacy, particularly regarding the Iran War and the Venezuela situation. The remarks have drawn criticism from supporters and opponents, baffled some Republicans, and delighted Democrats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Talcott noted that White House officials have tried to walk back the comments, and advisers including James Blair and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles have urged Trump to focus more on the midterms. Talcott said that ultimately, economic messaging is driven by the president himself. President Donald Trump has drawn attention for comments dismissing concerns about rising prices, including stating "I love the inflation" after a Bureau of Labor Statistics report showed prices rising at the fastest rate in three years. According to a Vox podcast interview with Semafor White House correspondent Shelby Talcott, Trump has repeatedly indicated he is not focused on Americans' economic situation while negotiating with Iran. Talcott reported that administration officials and Trump allies say the president's comments are tied to his focus on his historical legacy, particularly regarding the Iran War and the Venezuela situation. The remarks have drawn criticism from supporters and opponents, baffled some Republicans, and delighted Democrats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Talcott noted that White House officials have tried to walk back the comments, and advisers including James Blair and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles have urged Trump to focus more on the midterms. Talcott said that ultimately, economic messaging is driven by the president himself.
What’s reported
Trump told reporters "I love the inflation" after a Bureau of Labor Statistics report showed prices rising at the fastest rate in three years.
Trump has repeatedly said he is not focused on Americans' economic situation while negotiating with Iran.
Talcott reported that administration officials and Trump allies say the comments are tied to Trump's focus on his historical legacy, including the Iran War and Venezuela situation.
The comments have drawn criticism from supporters and opponents, baffled some Republicans, and delighted Democrats.
White House officials have tried to walk back the comments, according to Talcott.
Advisers James Blair and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles have urged Trump to focus more on the midterms.
Talcott said economic messaging is driven by the president himself.
Open questions
Whether Democrats will be organized enough to make an effective midterm message based on Trump's comments, as noted by Talcott.
Key figures
President Donald Trump
Shelby Talcott, Semafor White House correspondent
James Blair, Trump confidante
Susie Wiles, White House Chief of Staff
Noel King, Today, Explained co-host
Sources: vox.com
