Bulwark Takes Fox News Practically BEGS Trump To Admit Prices Are Up
Nov 13, 2025
Will Saletan, a journalist known for his sharp analysis of political rhetoric, joins Andrew Egger to dissect Donald Trump's bizarre claims about the economy. They tackle Trump's assertion that prices are falling while gas and grocery costs are clearly rising. The discussion also probes the media's role in shaping voter perceptions and whether Trump's denial of economic anxiety aligns with MAGA supporters. Saletan questions if reality will catch up with Trump's narrative, pondering the potential political fallout of everyday Americans' economic struggles.
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Trump's Persistent Denial Of Price Pain
- Donald Trump repeatedly denies widespread consumer pain by insisting costs are "way down."
- Hosts argue this denial conflicts with multiple economic indicators and voter perceptions.
Claims Versus Data On Gas And Groceries
- Trump claims gas is $2 and groceries are cheaper despite averages near $3 per gallon and rising grocery prices.
- Will Saletan cites data showing groceries rose ~2.5–3% since Trump's election, contradicting Trump's claims.
Media Conspiracy Framing To Dismiss Complaints
- Trump frames consumer complaints as a "manufactured" media narrative and a Democratic con job.
- Hosts warn this media-conspiracy argument dismisses measurable economic hardship felt by voters.