Voters expressed their economic worries to former President Trump on Wednesday, hoping for solutions for 2024.
On "Fox & Friends," Trump outlined his strategies for the housing market, rising prices, and Social Security, as Americans struggle with the economy.
"Drill baby drill – we’re going to bring down the cost of energy," Trump said, addressing how he’d improve the economy so "kids can survive without their parents' help."
He noted that food prices have surged, saying, "I think in the history of our country, food prices are up 50%, sometimes more. You look at bacon, bacon has quadrupled. You can't order bacon; you can't order anything. We're living horribly."
Trump claimed the U.S. is facing the "worst inflation we’ve probably ever had," blaming current energy policies for the crisis.
"What Biden has done to the economy is so horrible. And what he’s done to inflation and our country is just very destructive," Trump said.
Despite the tough economic times, Trump assured voters that the economy would return to its former state if he’s elected again.
"You were in great shape. You had low energy costs. You had low food costs. Everything was good. You could buy a house, you had low interest rates, 2% interest rates. You had gasoline at $1.87. Now it's $5. And by the way, going up and going up very substantially," he said.
Trump promised to protect Social Security for seniors, stating, "People on Social Security are being killed. And one of the things I’m doing is no tax for seniors on Social Security."
He criticized the current administration for "ruining" Social Security due to the influx of new people entering the system.
"Now we’re doing no tax for seniors," Trump said. "You deserve that."
Additionally, Trump said he would eliminate taxes on tips.