Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
International Business Times
International Business Times
Matias Civita

Trump Allies Warn That Energy Costs Are Undermining Economic Message Ahead of Midterms

President Donald Trump's allies are increasingly expressing concern that rising energy prices linked to the conflict with Iran are overshadowing what Republicans view as key economic achievements. (Credit: Getty Images)

President Donald Trump's allies are increasingly expressing concern that high energy prices are overshadowing what Republicans view as key economic achievements, creating a political challenge ahead of this year's midterm elections.

According to a report published Monday by The Washington Post, conservative economists, policy advisers, and Republican strategists worry that inflation driven by higher oil prices is making it more difficult for voters to feel the benefits of the administration's tax cuts, deregulation efforts, and trade policies.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.