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Rising costs in a deep-red city test Trump's affordability message

Original: In this deep-red city, rising costs test Trump’s affordability message

The Washington Post reports from a deeply conservative city where everyday prices keep climbing, complicating President Trump's promise to make life more affordable. Local residents described feeling squeezed by grocery, housing and utility costs despite the administration's pledges. The piece highlights the political risk for Trump and Republicans if voters in loyal strongholds no longer see economic relief in their own budgets.

Why now: Voters' ongoing frustration with living costs is a key political vulnerability for Trump and his party heading into future elections.

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