you said inflation was going to be temporary. i think a lot of americans wondering what your definition of temporary is. >> you're being a wise guy a little bit. i understand that's your job. >> when can americans expect relief? >> according to 14 of them to me and start to taper off as we go through this year and in the meantime, i'm going to do everything in my power to deal with the big points that are impacting most people in their homes. >> joining me right now, cnn white house correspondent john harwood and chief political analyst gloria borger. you know, i asked something similar to what lester holt to biden of the top economic advisers and jared bernstein yesterday and had no problem answering the question. but the president's response, i don't get it, do you? >> reporter: i actually do, kate.