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Trump Expresses Affection for Inflation, Links It to Iran War

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Economic Times6/11/2026Politics1 min readIndia

Trump Expresses Affection for Inflation, Links It to Iran War

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President Trump stated he "loves inflation," linking rising prices to the Iran war and claiming secret military actions are moving oil through the Strait of Hormuz to lower energy costs.
Democrats criticized his remarks, and financial markets reacted with caution.

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President Trump surprised many by stating he loves inflation.

He linked rising prices to the Iran war.

Trump also claimed secret military actions are moving oil through the Strait of Hormuz. This is intended to lower energy costs.

Democrats criticized his remarks. Financial markets showed caution regarding his claims.

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