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EPISODE · Aug 9, 2026 · 9 MIN

Trump admin telling people what they're experiencing economically 'isn't real'

from THE DAILY BRIEF · host Josh

The Trump administration is facing fierce backlash for telling struggling voters that their economic hardships are "not real" and merely a psychological illusion. White House officials are aggressively pushing back against public dissatisfaction by pointing to positive macroeconomic indicators like a record-high Dow Jones Industrial Average and robust job growth numbers. However, this messaging has deeply alienated a majority of the electorate experiencing a "K-shaped" economy, where everyday costs remain punishingly high despite strong corporate performance.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-daily-brief--6679022/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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