Economic Challenges Ahead of Midterms

The Whipsaw Effect on American Paychecks

Energy Shock and Its Widespread Impact

The Long Road to Recovery from Energy

Tariff Strategy: Mixed Results and Unintended

The Affordability Crisis in Housing Market

The Role of Government Spending in Economic

Democrats' Affordability Claims vs. Their

Closing Remarks and Acknowledgments

Why are Americans still struggling to afford everyday necessities, even as the economy shows signs of strength?

On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, Lisa sits down with economist EJ Antoni for a revealing conversation about the state of the American economy, the ongoing affordability crisis, and the economic challenges facing President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Antoni breaks down how inflation, soaring diesel prices, and global conflicts are driving up costs for American families. He explains why the housing market remains frozen, how Federal Reserve policies and runaway government spending have pushed homeownership out of reach, and whether Trump's tariff strategy is helping or hurting American manufacturing.

Lisa and EJ also examine the impact of artificial intelligence on American jobs, the surprising resilience of the labor market, and why Washington has failed to deliver meaningful spending cuts.

Plus, Antoni challenges Democrats' affordability agenda, arguing that the very policies they propose could make the problem worse.

Why are Americans still struggling to afford everyday necessities, even as the economy shows signs of strength?
On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, Lisa sits down with economist EJ Antoni for a revealing conversation about the state of the American economy, the ongoing affordability crisis, and the economic challenges facing President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Antoni breaks down how inflation, soaring diesel prices, and global conflicts are driving up costs for American families. He explains why the housing market remains frozen, how Federal Reserve policies and runaway government spending have pushed homeownership out of reach, and whether Trump's tariff strategy is helping or hurting American manufacturing.
Lisa and EJ also examine the impact of artificial intelligence on American jobs, the surprising resilience of the labor market, and why Washington has failed to deliver meaningful spending cuts.
Plus, Antoni challenges Democrats' affordability agenda, arguing that the very policies they propose could make the problem worse.

The mainstream media is broken. Groupthink, fake news, and distrust are just a few words to describe it. Too many journalists now bow to the pressure of political correctness instead of standing tall for the truth. That is why Americans don’t know who to trust. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will cut through the noise and get straight to the heart of what actually matters. As a former pollster and political adviser, and now a television news commentator, Lisa has a deep understanding of the political and legislative impact of the hottest issues. That is why she has earned the trust of viewers and a reputation of being a fearless truth teller. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will not be beholden to anyone. It will stand against the herd mentality that is poisoning today’s media. Because simply stated: Lisa thinks for herself.

The mainstream media is broken. Groupthink, fake news, and distrust are just a few words to describe it. Too many journalists now bow to the pressure of political correctness instead of standing tall for the truth. That is why Americans don’t know who to trust. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will cut through the noise and get straight to the heart of what actually matters. As a former pollster and political adviser, and now a television news commentator, Lisa has a deep understanding of the political and legislative impact of the hottest issues. That is why she has earned the trust of viewers and a reputation of being a fearless truth teller. The Truth with Lisa Boothe will not be beholden to anyone. It will stand against the herd mentality that is poisoning today’s media. Because simply stated: Lisa thinks for herself.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe

Why are Americans still struggling to afford everyday necessities, even as the economy shows signs of strength?  On this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, Lisa sits down with economist EJ Antoni for a revealing conversation about the state of the American economy, the ongoing affordability crisis, and the economic challenges facing President Donald Trump ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The Truth with Lisa Boothe: The Truth About Trump's Economy, Inflation & America's Affordability Crisis

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