This Valentine’s Day, Americans aren’t saying “be mine” to Trump’s economy.
Consumer confidence just hit its lowest level since 2014, as more families spend nearly everything just getting by. Talk about a toxic relationship.
Our new research with @TCFdotorg shows how Trump’s
Roses are red, wallets are blue.
New analysis from @Groundwork + @TCFdotorg: As a direct consequence of Trump’s erratic and unpopular tariff agenda, classic Valentine’s gifts cost more than 15% more than last year, that’s more than 5X overall inflation!
“Those looking to pamper their paramours might have good reason to worry about a costly holiday. A new report from @Groundwork and @TCFdotorg…showed the prices of common Valentine's Day items, including roses and chocolates, have surged from a year ago.”
Is Trump trying to ruin Valentine’s Day? Because of his idiotic economic policies, like his tariffs, V-Day is set to be over 15% more expensive than last year. People should be able to celebrate their loved ones without worrying about sky-high prices.
"After a rent freeze, true housing affordability will call for a model of alternative, including public, ownership."
Tour de force by @Groundwork Senior Fellow J.W. Mason on the economics of a rent freeze and what comes next in @phenomenalworld:
It's true! Here's @TCFdotorg and @Groundwork's analysis:
Trump's taxing love
Last minute Valentine's Day shopping? Get ready to open your wallet.
Roses up 17%. Chocolates up 27%. Ribeye for dinner at home? Up 25%.
Valentine's Day staples are up over 15% from last year. New from @Groundwork and @TCFdotorg, featured in @BusinessInsider
Romance may be in the air, but Trump's tariffs are in the bill.
Consumers and businesses paid nearly 90% of Trump tariffs in 2025, new analysis found
A lot of Trump attention on data centers and utility bills lately, and this is why
Ever tried to cancel a subscription or reach a customer service rep & felt like you’d entered an escape room? That’s not by accident.
It’s the Annoyance Economy—what we pay in wasted time, hidden fees, & sheer frustration just to get through daily life.
Rent is up nearly 28% in 5 years. Instead of lowering costs, corporate landlords & tech firms are pushing financing schemes that charge renters fees equivalent to 100%+ APR.
New investigation from @borrowerjustice & @towardsjustice reveals worrying trends in how corporate
From flowers to chocolates, Americans won’t be able to afford as many gifts for their Valentines. Trump’s tariffs are jacking up the price of Valentine’s staples by almost 15 percent.
Romance alert: Trump's reckless tariffs have Valentine’s Day costs up across the board:
Roses 🌹16.6%
Chocolates🍫 18.7%
Ribeye 🥩 25.4%
Restaurant meals 🍽️ 4.9%
