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Economist Calls VP’s Gas Price Claim False

Economist Justin Wolfers refutes Vice President Kamala Harris's claim that rising gas prices are a "temporary blip," calling it a "lie." He explains that global conflicts and supply shocks are driving up oil prices, with futures markets indicating these higher costs will persist. Wolfers suggests Americans should plan for a sustained period of more expensive fuel.

1 month ago
Politics

Trump’s Words Move Markets: War’s Hidden Economic Toll

Professor Justin Wolfers analyzes the volatile financial market reactions to President Trump's Iran conflict rhetoric. He dissects the dual economic impacts of war—direct oil price shocks and broader, diffuse costs—and questions the administration's strategic clarity.

2 months ago