Vance: 'Lot More Work to Do' on Economy Before Midterms

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Vice President JD Vance said Tuesday that the Trump administration has made progress on key campaign promises but acknowledged that "there's a lot more work to do" on the economy as voters prepare to head into the midterm elections.

Appearing on ABC's "The View," Vance was pressed by co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin about whether Americans who supported President Donald Trump's pledges to reduce inflation and lower costs would be satisfied with the administration's economic record by November.

Griffin noted that inflation remains elevated, wages have lagged, and many households continue to feel pressure from high living expenses.

"I think voters have every right to expect as much as possible out of their elected representatives," Vance said.

"We know that we were elected on a number of mandates, one was to close the border, which I think we've done successfully … and number two was to lower prices."

"There's a lot more work to do," he added. "I think we're making progress, but ultimately, we're going to make our pitch to the voters in November, and they're the ones that get to decide whether we've done a good job or not."

The comments come as public approval of the Trump administration has been weighed down by persistent concerns over the cost of living.

While inflation has eased from its peak levels, many Americans continue to face higher prices for housing, groceries, insurance, and other essentials compared with several years ago, contributing to voter frustration over economic conditions.

The administration has also faced political headwinds from rising tensions in the Middle East, including the conflict involving Iran.

Concerns that instability in the region could disrupt global energy markets and drive up fuel prices have added to broader economic anxieties, even as recent declines in gasoline prices have offered some relief to consumers.

With the midterms approaching, the administration is expected to emphasize progress on border security and economic stabilization while seeking to convince voters that further improvements are on the horizon.

James Morley III

James Morley III is a writer with more than two decades of experience in entertainment, travel, technology, and science and nature. 

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