05-15-2024

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US inflation slowed in April, providing a glimmer of hope for weary Americans

After a hot start to 2024, inflation cooled back down in April, providing a bit of hope for Americans worn down by elevated prices. Consumer prices were up 3.4% for the 12 months ended in April, easing from 3.5% the month before.

Fact check: Biden again falsely claims inflation was 9% when he became president

For the second time in less than a week, President Joe Biden falsely claimed Tuesday that the inflation rate was 9% when he began his presidency. Biden was criticized by many Republicans, including former president and current presidential rival Donald Trump.