5/13/26: Trump Says He Doesn't Care About Americans Finances, Male Employment Craters, Israel Most Hated Country On Earth In New Poll

Krystal and Saagar discuss a range of economic and foreign policy developments under Trump, focusing on surging inflation tied to the Iran war, stagnant male employment despite campaign promises, Israel's status as the world's most disliked country in global polls, and Trump's upcoming China trip signaling a policy reversal. They highlight self-inflicted domestic pain and eroding U.S. influence abroad.

Inflation Erodes Wages as Trump Prioritizes Iran War

Donald Trump stated he does not consider Americans' financial situations when focused on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons, amid April's 3.8% CPI inflation—the highest in over three years—driven by gasoline prices up due to the Iran war. Wages rose only 3.6% over the past year, erasing gains and forcing workers to log extra hours just to tread water; real average weekly earnings fell in April. Specific spikes include fuel oil and airfare up 21%, looming motor oil shortages, ground beef at $7 per pound (68% higher than five years ago), and broader five-year increases like groceries (26%), shelter (29%), electricity (39%), and auto insurance (58%). Tariffs contribute, despite initial promises to protect workers. Homebuyers hit a historic low due to high interest rates, locking in older homeowners with low-rate mortgages and pricing out younger buyers; a 1960s rancher in decent school districts now costs $1.2-1.5 m