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President Donald Trump said on June 10, 'I love the inflation,' in response to a reporter's question about the May CPI report, later clarifying to the New York Post that his comments were taken out of context.
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President Donald Trump, New York Post, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, NBC News
What
President Donald Trump said on June 10, 'I love the inflation,' in response to a reporter's question about the May CPI report, later clarifying to the New York Post that his comments were taken out of context.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:10:06 GMT · 3h 32m ago
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Why
Trump stated he meant he was glad inflation wasn't higher and that the numbers would be 'phenomenal' once conflicts, such as the 'war' he referenced, conclude.
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The May CPI report showed a 4.2% price increase year-over-year, marking the steepest increase in three years, which could impact American consumers through higher prices for goods and services.
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2 events in this thread- Currently Reading3h 32m agoPresident Donald Trump said on June 10, 'I love the inflation,' in response to a reporter's question about the May CPI report, later clarifying to the New York Post that his comments were taken out of context.
- Economics4h 35m agoUS President Donald Trump said his remarks on inflation had been taken out of context, after he said he 'loves inflation' during a White House meeting.Open article