Trump road-tests affordability claims at Pennsylvania rally

• Trump will hold a rally in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, on December 9 to promote his claims of fixing affordability and inflation.
• The event comes amid faltering public trust in Trump's economic leadership, with the White House aiming to deflect blame for inflation.
• Trump blames his predecessor for inflation, despite his own policies like tariffs being linked to rising prices, while claiming he is "bringing prices way down."
• White House chief of staff Susie Wiles plans to actively involve Trump in next year's midterm elections to engage his voter base.
• Trump advocates for relaxing fuel efficiency standards, reducing drug prices, and cutting interest rates, though only 33% of US adults approve of his economic handling.

Why It Matters: Trump's rally tests his economic claims, crucial for voter trust and upcoming elections.