Gillibrand Statement On Inflation Numbers

Gillibrand Statement On Inflation Numbers

Jan 13, 2026

Today, in response to the newly released December Consumer Price Index report and inflation numbers indicating that American families are paying 2.7% more than last year under Trump's economy, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issues the following statement:

"Candidate Trump promised over and over again in 2024 to 'end inflation.' He boasted that if he won, 'prices will come down,' he would 'drive prices down,' 'groceries will be cheaper,' and 'we will be slashing energy and electricity prices by half within 12 months.'

"As president, he has called affordability a 'hoax,' claimed 'inflation is stopped,' and told Americans 'don't be dramatic' about higher costs because of his policies.

"Nearly a year into his administration, President Trump has broken his promise and dismissed Americans' concerns. Costs aren't down, they are up - and American families are paying the price."

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