Trump During a town hall event in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, former President Donald Trump was confronted by a first-time voter, Olivia Stevens, about her concerns over inflation and the weak job market. Stevens, a college student, expressed uncertainty about ever being able to own a home, asking Trump directly what his plan is to reduce inflation and make life more affordable for young Americans like her. In response, Trump emphasized the importance of making the economy stronger and lowering interest rates. He promised to cut back on regulations that he believes are contributing to the high cost of housing, explaining that environmental and zoning regulations account for a significant portion of the costs. “We had the greatest economy, the greatest everything,” Trump said, referencing his presidency. He also pointed out that interest rates during his time in office were much lower, around 2.2%, compared to the current rates of 10-12%. His plan, he stated, is to bring rates
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