President Donald Trump's remark on Wednesday that "I love the inflation" after the U.S. consumer prices rose to their highest level since April 2023 sparked a wave of criticism, with Sen.
Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) arguing that many Americans are still struggling to afford everyday necessities.
The reaction came after the latest headline inflation rate accelerated to 4.2% in May from 3.8% in April, moving further away from the Federal Reserve's target and keeping affordability concerns at the center of the economic debate.
Sanders Revives Trump's Inflation Promise Sanders used Trump's comments to revisit one of the president's key campaign pledges of bringing down inflation and making everyday life more affordable for American households.
"You know who doesn't love inflation, Mr.
