Rep. Chris Pappas on Trump’s economy and his New Hampshire Senate Run
Summary
The MeidasTouch Podcast analyzes how the Trump administration allegedly manipulated PCE inflation data to mask economic damage from the Iran war, causing market volatility and surging mortgage rates. Hosts discuss the resulting affordability crisis, including record-high gas prices and strategic petroleum reserve drawdowns, while interviewing New Hampshire Congressman Chris Pappas. Pappas details his Senate race against John Sununu, arguing that voters are disillusioned by the administration’s incompetence and need to flip congressional majorities to restore checks and balances.
Topics discussed
Inflation report and PCE formula changes
Market reaction and rising mortgage rates
Strategic petroleum reserve and gas prices
Introduction of Congressman Chris Pappas
Voter anger over war costs and fake numbers
Real-world costs: gas, heating, and healthcare
Lack of Republican opposition and need for change
Critique of Trump's reckless leadership style
Trump's ego, corruption, and self-dealing
Incompetence and the need to flip Congress
Campaign challenges and outside money influence
Interest rate hikes and housing affordability
MAGA strategy of blame and power entrenchment
Small business struggles and unmasking incompetence
Expanding the Democratic coalition in 2026
Housing bill rejection and policy priorities
Importance of the New Hampshire Senate race
Call to action and book promotion
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