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December 2

Construction labor crunch drives up costs and deepens America’s housing affordability crisis

Labor shortfall in construction industry resulted in 19,000 fewer homes built in 2024 and $10.8 billion economic hit, significantly worsening housing affordability.

December 2

Americans have never had access to more luxuries, but why do we feel so poor?

Americans in 2025 face a wealth paradox where access to modern luxuries coexists with rising costs for housing, healthcare and education that strain budgets.

December 1

SEN RICK SCOTT: I grew up in public housing and I know how to fix Obamacare

Sen. Rick Scott proposes Obamacare fixes intended to help American families with their bills, including cross-state insurance sales and Trump Health Freedom Accounts.

December 1

A solution to the housing affordability problem: Marriage

Declining marriage rates among young adults create housing affordability crisis as single households compete for limited supply, institute data shows.

November 29

BROADCAST BIAS: Maybe Nancy Pelosi could get on the Mount Rushmore of House speakers

Nancy Pelosi's retirement ends era of media influence as former House Speaker wielded her influence over networks like ABC, CBS, NBC and even PBS

November 28

Trump is making life affordable again for every American, and here's how

Treasury counselor Joseph Lavorgna explains how Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill will boost wages through capital incentives and eliminate taxes on tips.

November 27

BROOKE ROLLINS: Your Thanksgiving dinner costs less and that’s a reason to give thanks

Trump administration official says Thanksgiving dinner costs dropped to $55.18 under Trump, down from $64.05 during Biden presidency amid inflation.

November 26

This Black Friday, don’t let ‘Swipeflation’ swipe $1,400 of your holiday cash

Credit card swipe fees hit a record $187 billion in 2024, costing every household $1,400 extra as Black Friday shoppers face hidden charges on purchases.

November 23

Wages have 'outpaced' inflation by almost 4-5% in Trump's first 10 months: GOP lawmaker

Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo., discusses the affordability issue Americans are facing on 'Fox Report.'

November 21

Jobs up, unemployment up: What the new numbers mean for your wallet

Americans for Tax Reform President Grover Norquist analyzes the September jobs report showing 119,000 jobs added and a 4.4% unemployment rate and discusses the Trump administration's plans to address economic challenges.