Inflation’s False Hope: Why Washington’s Mixed Signals Threaten American Families

As the government prepares to release its latest inflation numbers, there's talk of a possible five-year low in core inflation. But should Americans breathe easier, or brace for continued economic pain masked by incomplete data? While official reports hint at easing price pressures, millions of American families remain burdened by the lasting effects of pandemic-driven inflation and soaring costs.Are We Really Seeing Relief on Inflation?January’s forecasted drop to a 2.4% annual inflation rate—down from December’s 2.7%—may sound encouraging on paper. Yet this shallow decline barely scratches the surface for those feeling the pinch at grocery stores, gas pumps, and in...