Political consultant talks about Trump's stance on affordability

By Leila Fadel

Published December 10, 2025 at 7:04 AM EST

President Trump minimized concerns about the economy during a Pennsylvania rally Tuesday. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with political consultant Frank Luntz about Trump's latest take.

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Leila Fadel is a national correspondent for NPR based in Los Angeles, covering issues of culture, diversity, and race.

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