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US Inflation Rises Ahead of Midterm Elections, Impacting Affordability
U.S. inflation increased to 3.7% in September, driven by rising gas, clothing, and airfare prices. This uptick poses challenges for voters and the Federal Reserve as they navigate economic concerns ahead of the midterm elections.
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