By standard measures such as job and GDP growth and the stock market, the US economy was in excellent shape

Summary

Donald Trump claims he inherited an economic disaster from Joe Biden, but key economic data contradicts him.

When Biden left office, unemployment was 4.1%, inflation had dropped to 2.9%, and GDP growth was strong. Job growth under Biden outpaced Trump’s tenure, and manufacturing saw major gains.

While inflation spiked due to global events, the economy remained resilient. Wall Street performed well under Biden but has struggled under Trump’s tariff policies.

Economists widely reject Trump’s narrative, calling Biden’s economy one of the strongest post-pandemic recoveries.

  • HubertManne@piefed.socialEnglish
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    3 hours ago

    Yeah it usually takes two terms to right the plane and we barely got to level and we are pushing full throttle toward the ground again. This time trump has no real elevation increase to take advantage of.