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  • Carl Belen

    Trump Wishes for Economic Crash to Undermine Biden's Election Prospects

    2024-01-09
    • Trump hopes for an economic crash within the next year to improve his election chances.
    • He credits any current economic success to his administration's efforts, describing the economy as fragile.
    • Inflation rates under Biden's tenure are higher compared to those during Trump's presidency.

    In a recent conversation, former President Donald Trump stated his wish for the U.S. economy to crash in the next 12 months, believing it would bolster his chances in the upcoming election against President Joe Biden.

    During an interview with Lou Dobbs, Trump expressed his desire for an economic downturn, suggesting it would damage Biden's re-election prospects. He claimed the current economy's performance is solely due to the policies of his administration, describing it as fragile and running on the "fumes" of his presidency.

    Trump compared his potential situation to that of Herbert Hoover, who was President during the onset of the Great Depression. He emphasized the need for actions like drilling and reducing energy costs to combat the current economic challenges. The conversation also touched on current inflation rates and voters' perceptions of Biden's economic policies. While Trump’s administration had lower average inflation rates, Biden's term has seen significant increases, causing financial stress among voters. Despite these challenges, Biden remains optimistic about the nation's economic direction, contrasting his vision with Trump's. This exchange highlights the contrasting economic narratives and strategies of the two political figures as they approach the upcoming election.

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