Trump's 'we don't have inflation' boast clashes with voters' pain as prices stay high ahead of the midterms

Nearly two-thirds of Americans believe the country is in a recession, according to a Harris poll. The final inflation report before the midterms shows prices remain stubbornly high. That is despite growth of 2.2%, unemployment of 4.2% and a stock market near record highs. Energy costs linked to the US-Israel conflict with Iran and Trump's own trade and immigration policies are driving the squeeze.

Trump told voters in 2024: 'When I win, I will immediately bring prices down.'

White House spokesman Matthew Middleton credits an 'aggressive, pro-growth economic agenda'.

A third of Americans polled say one surprise bill could sink them financially.