Is the U.S. government giving households $500 in Walmart credit as part of its inflation relief efforts? No, that's not true: There is no evidence of such an offer on either federal government or Walmart websites. The claim appeared in a
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PolitiFact→ Zach Nunn – Iowans are paying $5,000 more per year under inflation, are Democrats to blame?
“Iowans are paying $5,000 extra for everyday goods under Biden and Axne’s inflation.”
Logically→ The U.S. Inflation Reduction Act does not address climate change.
The Inflation Reduction Act contributes the most money to issues addressing climate change and energy security.
Snopes→ Fed Attacks Inflation with Another Big Hike and Expects More
The Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate by a substantial three-quarters of a point for a third straight time and signaled more large rate hikes to come.
Poynter→ Will the “Inflation Reduction Act” reduce energy production?
In recent weeks, the realities of the climate crisis have become increasingly visible, from wildfires in California and throughout the Pacific Northwest to catastrophic flooding in Kentucky, which killed almost […] The post Will the “Inflation
PolitiFact→ Joe Biden – President Joe Biden said incomes are up, but that ignores inflation
“Incomes are up.”
Snopes→ US Inflation Falls for 2nd Straight Month on Lower Gas Costs
Sharply lower prices for gas and cheaper used cars slowed U.S. inflation in August for a second straight month.
AllSides→ Joe Biden Falsely Claims ‘Inflation Reduction Act’ Does Not Subsidize Foreign-Made Electric Cars
https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2022/08/16/fact-check-biden-falsely-claims-inflation-reduction-act-does-not-subsidize-electric-cars-made-mexico-canada/
PolitiFact→ Tom Cotton – Tom Cotton misleads on how Inflation Reduction Act will impact size of IRS, taxes
The Inflation Reduction Act "doubles the size of the IRS, raises your taxes and spends billions on a green energy slush fund."
PolitiFact→ The Democrats’ overstated claim that the Inflation Reduction Act curbs debt, inflation
The major Democratic bill on climate change, health care and corporate taxation signed by President Joe Biden was dubbed the Inflation Reduction Act, but independent analysts caution against assuming it will have a major impact on inflation.
PolitiFact→ Facebook posts – No, the Inflation Reduction Act didn’t expand free health insurance for most Americans
The Inflation Reduction Act expanded free health insurance to Americans under 65.
Snopes→ Economist: 4 Things to Know About the Inflation Reduction Act
Will the new law actually reduce inflation? How will the corporate minimum tax work?
AllSides→ U.S. Inflation Rate at ‘Zero’ — for One Month
https://www.factcheck.org/2022/08/u-s-inflation-rate-at-zero-for-one-month/ For the month of July, the
FactCheck.org→ U.S. Inflation Rate at ‘Zero’ — for One Month
For the month of July, the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Customers was unchanged from June. This has triggered a war of words between Democrats, who crow about “zero percent inflation” for July, and Republicans, who say the Democrats a
PolitiFact→ The Inflation Reduction Act, campaign promises, FBI searches, politicians changing positions
In our latest mailbag, readers offered their comments on our Biden promise tracking and coverage of the FBI’s search of Mar-a-Lago.
Snopes→ Did Biden Say July 2022 Inflation Was ‘Zero Percent’?
It’s a statement that is both technically true and somewhat misleading.
FactCheck.org→ Medicare Prescription Drug Provisions of Inflation Reduction Act
The reconciliation bill passed by Congress includes several provisions affecting prescription drug costs for Medicare beneficiaries. Democrats and Republicans offer opposing views on how the legislation will affect seniors. We’ll explain what the
FactCheck.org→ Scott Overstates Tax Increases in Inflation Reduction Act
The Inflation Reduction Act proposes to raise over $700 billion in new revenues over 10 years to be spent on energy, climate change initiatives, health care and deficit reduction. But not all of those revenues come via higher taxes. More than half come
FactCheck.org→ How Does the Inflation Reduction Act Address Climate Change?
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said the Senate plans to hold its first vote on Aug. 6 on the Inflation Reduction Act, surprising legislation that he and West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, a previous holdout, announced on July 27. The budget reconc
FactCheck.org→ Sorting Out the Partisan Tax Spin on Inflation Reduction Act
Both political parties are spinning the facts on whether the Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act would raise taxes. Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin says the climate bill “does not raise taxes” but merely closes tax “loopholes.”
Snopes→ Inflation Is Spiking Around the World — Not Just in US
Here's one economist's take on rising consumer prices across the globe.
Snopes→ Inflation Is Spiking Around the World — Not Just in US
Here's one economist's take on rising consumer prices across the globe.
Snopes→ Fed Unleashes Another Big Rate Hike in Bid to Curb Inflation
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a hefty three-quarters of a point for a second straight time.
Logically→ EU leaders party and enjoy live music concerts at the Parliament as citizens struggle amid high inflation.
A video of interpretive dance performed by youngsters during the closing session of the Conference on the Future of Europe is shared with an incorrect
Washington Post→ Biden’s claim that the drug-price bill will ‘help fight inflation’
The president is pushing a bill that he says will tackle the high prices of some prescription drugs. But not all of it will happen right away.
Snopes→ Did a ‘Local’ Restaurant Post This Note ‘Today’ About Inflation?
An image of an October 2021 post went viral in July 2022, as inflation continued to push prices up.
PolitiFact→ Facebook posts – Adults older than 51 won’t get free money to help stave off inflation
“Adults over 51 can receive $$$ in additional spending for groceries and expenses.”
Snopes→ US Inflation Reached a New 40-Year High in June of 9.1%
Surging prices for gas, food and rent catapulted U.S. inflation to a new four-decade peak.
PolitiFact→ Nikki Haley – Fact-checking Nikki Haley’s inflation math on July 4 cookout costs
The cost of a Fourth of July cookout in 2022 increased by 67.2% because of inflation.
AllSides→ Joe Biden Can’t Stop Lying About This Inflation Stat
https://townhall.com/tipsheet/katiepavlich/2022/06/30/joe-biden-cant-stop-lying-about-this-inflation-stat-n2609598
FactCheck.org→ Stimulus Spending a Factor, But Far From Whole Story on Inflation
Economists cite several reasons for high inflation in the United States, starting with the unprecedented circumstances created by the COVID-19 pandemic. But TV ads in midterm races across the country blame one culprit: stimulus spending by President Jo
PolitiFact→ Lawrence Summers – Fact-checking Larry Summers’ formula for unemployment, inflation, and recessions
“When you have unemployment below 4% and inflation above 4%, recession always follows within two years.”
PolitiFact→ Joe Biden – Fact-checking Joe Biden on inflation rates among US’s economic peers
“In every other major industrial country in the world … inflation is higher.”
Snopes→ Fed Attacks Inflation with Its Largest Rate Hike Since 1994
The Federal Reserve intensified its drive to tame high inflation by raising its key interest rate by three-quarters of a point — its largest hike in nearly three decades.
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: 2022 NOT A Record Year For Inflation In US – It’s Been Higher A Dozen Other Times
Did the U.S. inflation rate hit an all-time high in 2022? No, that's not true: While inflation, as measured by the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI), is at a high level of 8.0 percent in June 2022, a dozen other years have had higher inflat
Snopes→ US Inflation Hit a New 40-Year High Last Month of 8.6%
The prices of gas, food and most other goods and services jumped in May, raising inflation to a new four-decade high and giving American households no respite from rising costs.
AllSides→ Fact Check: Has Inflation Gone Up Every Month of Joe Biden’s Presidency?
https://www.newsweek.com/fact-check-has-inflation-gone-every-month-joe-bidens-presidency-1712159 With i
PolitiFact→ Brian Kemp – In Georgia’s governor’s race, Brian Kemp’s attack on David Perdue for US inflation is misleading
"David Perdue voted with liberals” for $10 trillion “in new debt, his out-of-control federal spending is driving inflation through the roof."
PolitiFact→ Nancy Pelosi – Nancy Pelosi repeats outdated economic theory on link between unemployment, inflation
“When unemployment goes down, inflation goes up.”
PolitiFact→ Kathy Barnette – Kathy Barnette largely correct on course of inflation under Joe Biden
Joe Biden “inherited inflation of 1.7%. Now we're well over 8% and growing.”