Summary

President Joe Biden highlighted his administration’s economic record, citing consistent job growth and a 2.7% inflation rate drop from its 2022 peak.

December’s jobs report showed 256,000 new jobs and declining unemployment, signaling steady economic growth.

However, inflation remains above the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, and interest rates remain high, impacting homebuyers and businesses.

Public pessimism lingers on affordability as Biden passes a largely strong economy to his successor, Donald Trump.

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    4 months ago

    That’s weird. I could have bought a house in 2014 but I can’t afford it now despite making way more money.

    • Ensign_Crab@lemmy.worldBanned from community
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      4 months ago

      The economy is stronger than ever for Americans that politicians care about.