The Blame Game: Is the Recent Price Surge due to Trump or Biden’s Administration

Often, the responsibility for a significant price increase, such as inflation, can be a contentious topic. It is a question that many people, especially those in the working class, are asking: Is the current price increase or inflation really Biden's administration’s fault? Or was it Trump who created the inflation rate and sent it skyrocketing?

Why the Price Increase is Not Biden’s Fault

No, the rapid inflation rate in the United States is not Biden's administration's fault. President Biden has repeatedly explained that inflation was 8.9 when he assumed office and that he and Vice President Kamala Harris have brought it down in stages to the current 2.6. This is a subject many people dispute, and the blame is often unfairly placed on Biden and his administration. However, the origins of the current inflation crisis lie elsewhere.

Blaming Trump for the Inflation Crisis

It was Trump, not Biden, who created the inflation rate and sent it skyrocketing. Trump’s policies, especially those related to energy, climate, and labor, have had a significant impact on the current inflation rates. Here are some key points:

Energy Independence: At the onset of Biden's presidency, Trump canceled American energy independence, opening the door for higher energy prices. Offshore Drilling: Trump canceled off-shore drilling licenses, further contributing to increased energy prices. Ukraine Aid: Trump committed unlimited funds to Ukraine, contributing to global economic instability. Emission Standards: Trump mandated stricter emission standards on gasoline-powered vehicles, shifting the manufacturing and sales mandates. Bureaucratic Overhaul: Trump introduced new business regulations, increasing the burden on American taxpayers and consumers.

Further Damage by Trump

Trump's actions did not stop there. His policies on migrant workers and the inner cities also worsened the inflation crisis. By forcing Biden to legalize migrant workers and distributing them into cities, Trump significantly contributed to overcrowding, increased crime, and unemployment:

Migrant Workers: This policy led to over crowding, shoplifting, and a lack of job prospects for young men. Criminal Statistics: While migrant/illegal aliens have a lesser crime rate than American citizens, the increased population added to the criminal burden. Prices at the Supermarket: Prices at the supermarket, such as Diet Coke (up to $6 from $1.89 a pack) and leg of lamb (now ranging from $75 to $125), have surged. This trend is not unique; pasta prices have nearly doubled since Biden took office. Mortgage Costs: Adjustable-rate mortgages have increased by up to $1500 to $2000 a month, resulting in home loss for many Americans.

So, Who Should Be Blamed?

The price increase and inflation surge are not solely Biden's responsibility. Trump's policies have had a significant, long-lasting impact on the economy. It is crucial to understand that blaming one administration alone for these issues overlooks the complex interplay of factors.

Concluding Thoughts

It is clear that the blame for the current economic challenges cannot be solely placed on the Biden administration. Instead, it is a combination of multiple factors, including policies implemented by the prior administration. As citizens, understanding these complexities is essential to making informed decisions and advocating for policies that will truly benefit the economy.