Today, Donald Trump will travel to North Carolina to tout his failed agenda that has made life more expensive for working families. Republicans’ reckless tariffs and deadly and costly war with Iran have hiked prices on everything from gas to groceries, crushing everyday Americans. On top of that, their Big Ugly Bill ripped healthcare away from families and children while shuttering healthcare facilities across the country, including in North Carolina. Now, Trump and JD Vance are desperately trying to rally their fractured base as the midterm elections approach and Republicans face defeat.
In response, DNC Deputy Communications Director Kendall Witmer released the following statement:
“Donald Trump and Republicans have made life harder for working families as costs on everything from gas to groceries to healthcare skyrocket. Trump’s reckless tariffs and war with Iran have hiked prices while making it harder to find a job — yet as everyday Americans struggle to make ends meet, Trump is doubling down on his failed agenda. Voters are sick of being left in the dust and are ready to hold Republicans accountable in two weeks.”
REMINDER: North Carolina families have spent an additional $3,400 for everyday essentials under Trump and Vance, including $310 for groceries and $716 on housing costs. The average price for a gallon of gas in North Carolina is $3.59, and the average price for a gallon of diesel is $5.60. The average North Carolina family has already shelled out an additional $884 on gas alone since Trump and Vance started their war with Iran. Trump’s war with Iran has also sent fertilizer prices skyrocketing, squeezing farmers who are already struggling with high costs during the height of harvest season.
Trump and Republicans refused to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, causing healthcare premiums to skyrocket and forcing over 200,000 North Carolinians to lose their insurance altogether. On top of that, more than 250,000 North Carolinians could lose their Medicaid coverage as a result of Trump and Republicans’ $1 trillion cut to Medicaid.
