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For many US voters, the economy is personal and they blame the Democrats

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The U.S. economy is the envy of the developed world, but prices for food, rent, utilities and treats like dining out are all well above 2019 levels.

Many Americans are in a constant state of sticker shock, with 61% saying it is on the wrong track in a Reuters /Ipsos poll this month .

Trump 's proposed tariffs and deportation threats will drive up prices for goods and services, economists say.

The surge in the price of ground beef and eggs was "ridiculous," said Devin Jones , 20 , a college student who lives in Flint , Michigan .

His parents - both Army veterans - were forced to move away and buy a less expensive home in Goshen , Indiana .

Stu Billey , 43 , a United Auto Workers member, said his union job now pays $ 40 an hour, compared to the $ 16 hourly wage he earned a few years ago .

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semi-formal

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English

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44

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