Receipts Live: Higher Mortgages, Higher Bills, and Trump’s Latest “Fix”

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Catherine Rampell and JVL discuss economic issues on The Bulwark’s live video "Receipts Live," focusing on higher mortgage rates, increased bills due to inflation and rising energy prices following the Iran conflict. They analyze why Scott Bessent's attempt to lower bond yields is ineffective against broader challenges of inflation and government debt. The article invites readers to subscribe for full access to discussions and additional content.
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On an episode of The Bulwark's live video series, Catherine Rampell and JVL analyzed recent economic challenges such as 7% mortgage rates, rising Treasury yields, and the impact of increased energy prices due to tensions with Iran. They discussed Scott Bessent's efforts to lower bond yields but noted that broader issues like inflation and government debt are hindering progress. The conversation also touched on the uncertainty surrounding global conflicts, which adds further pressure to economic stability. Subscribers can access full content and additional member-only features through Bulwark+ subscriptions.

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A recording from The Bulwark’s live video Catherine Rampell and JVL break down the latest economic warning signs, from surging Treasury yields and 7% mortgage rates to the fallout from the Iran war and rising energy prices. asserted
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They discuss why Scott Bessent’s efforts to push down bond yields are running into broader problems with inflation, government debt and uncertainty over the war. asserted
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