In NC, Vance paints rosy picture of economy. Democrats say it’s ‘empty talk’
Published on March 14, 2026.
Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, where he claimed that President Donald Trump's policies are boosting the economy. This comes amid concerns about inflation and inflation, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll. The poll also found that Americans have negative views of Trump's handling of inflation and the cost of living. Vance argued that his policies would lower taxes for working families and increase tax refunds, while he also criticized former President Joe Biden's policies for high inflation. The speech comes as Republicans and Democrats are competing to retain majorities in the U.S. House and Senate.
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