Media outlets are once again calling out President Joe Biden for repeating a blatantly false claim about inflation rates. Biden has stated multiple times that inflation was at nine percent when he took office. This assertion is far from accurate. In reality, when Biden assumed the presidency in January 2021, the inflation rate was a mere 1.4 percent, as confirmed by the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
The irresponsible spending of the Biden administration led inflation to soar to levels unseen since the 1980s. By June 2022, under Biden’s policies, inflation peaked at a staggering 9.0 percent. Even now, inflation remains stubbornly high, slightly rising to 3.5 percent in March, affecting everyday Americans’ cost of living.
An average family in Wisconsin has reportedly lost about $21,981 due to the rising living costs under Biden’s leadership, highlighting the financial strain imposed on hardworking Americans. A McDonald’s Big Mac meal has also seen a significant price hike, now costing $18 in some areas, up from just $8 when President Trump was in office.
Despite multiple fact checks and corrections from reputable sources like the Associated Press, CNN, and the Washington Post, Biden continues to repeat his false inflation narrative. Special Counsel Robert Hur has described Biden as “an elderly man with a poor memory,” clearly struggling to recall or acknowledge factual economic data.
Even establishment media outlets, which are often sympathetic to Biden, have debunked his claims. The Associated Press labeled his inflation claim as “false,” while CNN, Forbes, and the National Review have all pointed out the inaccuracies. The Washington Post went as far as to give Biden four Pinocchios, a designation for blatant falsehoods.
It’s clear that Biden’s administration prefers to blame the pandemic rather than admit their role in exacerbating inflation through reckless spending. Americans deserve honesty and accountability, not misleading rhetoric from their leaders. Biden’s continuous erroneous statements on inflation are not only misleading but an affront to the countless families struggling under the weight of economic burdens his administration has placed upon them.
Considering these facts, it is critical for liberty-minded Americans to stay vigilant and demand accountability. The narrative spun by the current administration does not align with the hardships faced by everyday citizens, and it’s high time for a change in leadership that prioritizes fiscal responsibility and the well-being of American families.