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In his speech, Trump is expected to focus on lower gas prices and rising wages during the first year of his second term.

The data were released after being delayed by the government shutdown, which resulted in crucial reports being postponed or canceled outright.

Over the past month, Trump has sought to reverse negative economic sentiments with a series of cost-focused initiatives.

Greg Abbott signed a bill creating the bitcoin reserve in June, making Texas one of the first states to purchase cryptocurrency assets using public funds.

The majority of the package will be directed toward farmers through one-time payments under the Farmer Bridge Assistance program.

Trump is embarking on a national tour to address economic matters after the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that inflation rose a tenth of a percentage point for the year ending in September.

Fuel costs continue to drop on Monday as there are now 36 states in the U.S. with average prices under $3 per gallon.

The Trump administration is expected to announce the $12 billion Farmer Bridge Assistance program on Monday.

Food accounts for about 14% of the average household budget and roughly 20% of the total rise in consumer prices since 2021.

U.S. Steel's reopening in Granite City is a Christmas miracle for Illinois, bringing back 400 good-paying jobs and boosting the economy.