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Business● Elevated5d ago · Oct 29, 2026, 10:06 PM

The affordability crisis: What the data shows and why everything feels so expensive

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from CBS News · North America

The rising cost of living has been a driving factor for some voters during the midterm elections. President Trump touts the economy, but many Americans say they're still struggling with high costs. Kelly O'Grady explains what the data shows.

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