A post on X featuring Ben Shapiro’s controversial take on housing affordability, where he states, “If you’re a young American who can’t afford to live here, then maybe you shouldn’t live here,” is currently going viral. This clip, originally from Shapiro’s 2025 appearance on the TRIGGERnometry podcast, where he discussed the crushing cost of living in places like New York City, has recirculated at a time when affordability is a top concern for most Americans.
According to NBC News, the economic landscape in America today tells two very different tales. If you’re wealthy, things look pretty good. However, for the typical American, the picture is much grimmer. The median-priced home is simply unaffordable for many, and a new car often comes with an average monthly payment exceeding $700. This is probably why Coinvo’s April 6 post had many calling Shapiro’s comments out-of-touch and elitist.
