A recent Pew Research survey found that the number of Democrats who view the American economy positively is decreasing, despite the White House’s efforts to highlight positive trends in wages and prices. The survey, conducted between May 13 and 19, revealed that only 37% of Democrats believe the economy is in good shape, down from 44% in January.
President Biden frequently criticizes former President Trump for the rise in unemployment during his presidency, attributing it to the COVID-19 pandemic. In contrast, Trump supporters argue that the job losses were a result of the pandemic and highlight that the previous administration lost more jobs than any since Herbert Hoover.
During a press conference on May 15, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre emphasized the macroeconomic progress that has been made, including improvements in wages and prices. However, she also acknowledged that there are still many American families facing financial difficulties. Jean-Pierre stated that the administration remains focused on fighting inflation to help those who are struggling.
The White House and Biden’s campaign social media accounts have been posting about job gains since Biden took office, but these posts are often fact-checked by community notes. If you have a story idea or news tip, you can reach out to Julian Baron on X or via email at jtbaron@sbgtv.com.
