As Republicans and Democrats alike gear up for next year’s midterm races, the latter isn’t being let off the hook. Conservative groups, such as the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC), have already put out ads, reminding Americans of inflation and higher gas prices under Democrats’ watch.
Moreover, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy also had some remarks about the fiscal consequences of liberal spending. McCarthy explained earlier this week that President Biden’s “socialist policies” are responsible for millions of Americans having to spend more money on the essentials.
Some conservatives are even dubbing Biden as “Jimmy Carter 2.0,” due to the current president’s spending habits.
Damage control from the White House
It is a fact that gas prices are higher with Biden in office; there’s no way to simply write this off as an opinion or as partisan Republican talking points. However, the White House is still trying to conduct damage control.
Earlier this week, White House press secretary Jen Psaki alleged that “misunderstandings” exist in regards to the causes of higher gas prices. Psaki then made a point of inferring that oil supply has impacted the present rise in gas costs.
