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Kevin McCarthy used Joe Biden's own words against him on Wednesday, claiming he has caused an 'ultra-unaffordable' economy as new figures show 8.3 percent inflation in April.
Consumer prices jumped 8.3% last month from 12 months earlier, the Labor Department said Wednesday.
Consumer prices were up 8.3% in April, down slightly from March.
WASHINGTON — Inflation slowed in April after seven months of relentless gains, a tentative sign that price increases may be peaking while still imposing a financial strain on American households. Consumer prices jumped 8.3% last month from 12 months earlier, the Labor Department said Wednesday. That was below the 8.5%
By CHRISTOPHER RUGABERAP Economics Writer