Kevin Hassett dubiously suggested the fact that consumers are now spending more of their money on, well, everything, is proof they are actually confident in the economy.

National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett claims Americans spending more on gas and goods is a sign of US economic strength. Consumer sentiment surveys show record lows.

U.S. consumer confidence declined slightly this month as gas prices stayed high and inflation remained elevated, a sharp contrast to soaring stock prices that have neared record…