Rep. Byron Donalds Criticizes CNN Over Inflation Coverage During Trump Tariff Discussion

Donalds defended Trump's tariff policies and accused CNN of inadequate reporting on inflation under the previous administration during a contentious interview.

Rep. Byron Donalds appeared on CNN to discuss President Trump's recent decision to delay new tariffs on Mexico until April 2, citing ongoing negotiations with the Mexican president.
Donalds argued that Trump's tariff policies are part of broader efforts to secure the U.S.-Mexico border and combat the flow of fentanyl into the United States.
During the interview, Donalds accused CNN of insufficiently covering inflation's impact on Americans during the Biden administration, which led to a heated exchange with host Pamela Brown.
New inflation data shows a slight decline in overall inflation to 2.5% in January, while core inflation, excluding food and energy, rose to 2.6% on an annual basis.
Economic analysts from the Tax Foundation estimate that Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China could result in over $1 trillion in additional taxes if maintained through 2034.