Marketplace All-in-One The president shares his thoughts on the economy
Dec 18, 2025
John Breaux, VP of Public Policy at the National Consumers League, sheds light on the rising threat of AI-generated scam ads targeting holiday shoppers. He reveals how scammers are using advanced AI to create convincing fake listings and emphasizes the need for vigilance. Breaux offers practical tips for consumers, suggesting they check images and prefer known sellers to stay safe. The discussion also covers President Trump's economic claims, fact-checking his statements from gas prices to tax cuts.
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Mixed Accuracy Of Presidential Economic Claims
- President Trump made several economic claims that ranged from accurate to misleading, according to Nancy Marshall-Genzer.
- Wages rose but not as fast as claimed and gas prices are lower but not as low as his statement suggested.
CPI Figures Contain Anomalies
- The November CPI showed a 2.7% yearly increase, but anomalies and a missed October survey may distort interpretation.
- Energy indices rose overall despite gasoline falling, signaling sector-specific measurement quirks.
Pay With Reversible Methods
- Use credit or debit cards when shopping online to keep the option to dispute purchases if items are fake or misrepresented.
- Avoid paying with gift cards, peer-to-peer apps, or cryptocurrency for unfamiliar sellers because those payments are hard to reverse.