Trump Responds to Affordability Criticism by Blaming High Prices on 'The Price' Itself
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The Onion Staff
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Summary
President Donald Trump responds to criticism about the affordability crisis by blaming high prices on 'the price' itself, stating that prices are simply what things cost and denying any connection between his campaign rhetoric about lowering costs and actual price levels. He accuses Democrats and 'disloyal' Republicans of spreading false rumors about his role in pricing issues.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledPrices are prices—that's how much it costs
Democrats want to accuse me of all sorts of things, but I've got nothing to do with these so-called prices
If you want lower prices, you'll have to find the man who puts the price sti
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