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Public Skepticism Grows Around Trump's Ability to Lower Everyday Costs as He Begins Second Term

A recent poll reveals low confidence among U.S. adults in President-elect Trump's ability to address inflation and reduce costs for everyday essentials.

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The survey underscores a significant lack of confidence among Americans in President-elect Trump’s ability to effectively reduce costs across critical areas like food, housing, and health care during his upcoming term.
Just 2 in 10 confident Trump can lower costs in first year: Survey
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Despite Trump's repeated pledges to lower grocery prices, public confidence in his ability to deliver is alarmingly low, with many voters now doubting that he can fulfill a promise on which his presidency was largely built.
Trump ran on promise to lower grocery prices — few Americans now believe he will
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As Trump takes office, many Americans do not anticipate that he will be able to immediately bring costs down, reflecting a cautious and skeptical outlook even among some of his supporters.
Many Americans doubt Trump will be able to lower prices in his first year, an AP-NORC poll shows
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Updated: Jan 16th, 2025, 3:42 PM ET

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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term, a new AP-NORC poll shows low confidence among Americans regarding his ability to lower costs for groceries, housing, and healthcare. Although he won the election with promises of economic relief, only 21% are extremely or very confident in his ability to reduce food prices, while confidence in reducing housing and health care costs is even lower. Many voters are skeptical despite a significant portion of Republicans believing in his presidency. Trump's administration will face high expectations amid economic challenges.

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