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Pundit tells Americans to buy stocks
Conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly advised Americans to enter the stock market and stop complaining about prices. He cited his own portfolio gains and 4 percent inflation during a Monday broadcast.
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Conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly on Monday urged Americans to invest in the stock market and stop "yowling about rising prices" amid economic concerns. "My portfolio is doing great because Trump is — his policies appeal to the big companies, but 40 percent of Americans don't participate in capitalism, and a lot of them are yowling about high prices?
Come on," O'Reilly said during an episode of his "No Spin News" show. He added that younger Americans should enter the stock market given current 4 percent inflation.
Republican concerns Republican lawmakers have expressed concern that the president is out of step with voters on the economy, the central issue ahead of the 2026 midterms. President Trump has stated he is not focused on the financial situations of American families during Iranian peace talks.
Gas prices and public sentiment During the conflict with Iran, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz contributed to higher oil and gas prices. The national average for a gallon of gas reached about $3.79 on Tuesday, up from $3.14 a year earlier, according to AAA.
Trump's approval rating stood at 40.9 percent on Tuesday, according to Decision Desk HQ. A Republican senator recalled living "gas tank to gas tank" during 1970s price spikes and said voters will support leaders who show empathy and offer a plan.
