CPI - Trump Jr. Slams Paul Krugman As 'Democratic Propagandist' After Renowned Economist Says 'War On Inflation Is Over' | Benzinga
Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of former U.S. President Donald Trump, criticizes economist Paul Krugman’s stance on inflation, asserting that the well-known economist is downplaying the struggles of everyday people.
What Happened: On Thursday, Trump Jr. took to Twitter to criticize Paul Krugman, a Nobel laureate and known economist.
He accused Krugman of being a “democrat propagandist” and misleading the public with selective statistics. Trump Jr. emphasized the importance of considering essential living costs like food, energy, housing, and transportation, which he implied Krugman was overlooking.
Former economist turned democrat propagandist Paul Krugman: Let's print stats that don't include the little things necessary to sustain life to make it seem like we're doing a good job. — Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) October 12, 2023
Imagine a serious person saying things are great if you don't have to worry about food,… https://t.co/Etybx0tfli