Trump should fear the big X factor of the Iran war: affordability

President Donald Trump had the economic wind at his back at the start of the year: falling mortgage rates, relatively low inflation and cheap oil and gas.

His war with Iran threatens to undermine all of that.

The Middle East conflict could inflict deep and far-reaching economic pain on Americans – particularly if the war persists. That’s a scary thought for the millions struggling with the high cost of living, and it could present a significant political liability for Trump and Republicans in this year’s midterm elections.

No one knows how long this war will last. If the United States ends its conflict

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