Americans Face a New Affordability Squeeze Ahead of Midterms — Gas Hits $4.44, Diesel Soars to $6.40 and Mortgages Near 7%
Rising prices, energy costs and borrowing rates are putting U.S. affordability back in focus weeks before the 2026 midterm elections.
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Why It Matters
Gas, heating fuel, and home loans are all getting much more expensive right now. When people spend more on basics, they have less money for other things.
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