Bernie Sanders Claps Back At Trump's 'I Love The Inflation' Remark: Working Families Are 'Struggling' To Afford Gas And Groceries

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President Donald Trump ‘s remark on Wednesday that “I love the inflation” after the U.S. consumer prices rose to their highest level since April 2023 sparked a wave of criticism, with Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) arguing that many Americans are still struggling to afford everyday necessities.

The reaction came after the latest headline inflation rate accelerated to 4.2% in May from 3.8% in April, moving further away from the Federal Reserve’s target and keeping affordability concerns at the center of the economic debate.

Sanders used Trump’s comments to revisit one of the president’s key campaign pledges of bringing down inflation and making everyday life more affordable for American households.

“You know who doesn’t love inflation, Mr. President? Working families struggling to afford gas, groceries and other necessities because of your disastrous actions,” Sanders wrote in a post on X.

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The senator’s remarks echoed concerns among critics who argue that rising prices continue to strain household budgets despite repeated promises to bring inflation under control.