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“I bet she’s a very strong, fine person under normal circumstances, but she behaved very strongly,” Trump told reporters. cbs evening news Host Tony Dokoupil was interviewed for the interview, which aired Tuesday night.
Earlier on Tuesday, Trump touted the state of the U.S. economy during his administration. Detroit The Economic Club gave a speech claiming that he had “beaten” inflation and that growth was booming.
The speech kicked off michiganTrump immediately attacked his predecessor – a common talking point for the president – and claimed he had led “the strongest and fastest economic recovery” since taking office.
Despite the president’s words, the consumer price index released Tuesday morning showed inflation remaining steady at 2.7% through the end of 2025, but accelerating by 0.3% compared with November.
In the wide-ranging speech, the president touted America’s successful intervention in Venezuela, mass deportation policies, repression of Somali-American communities, environmental regulations and lack of reliance on teleprompters.
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Rachel DobkinJanuary 14, 2026 00:25
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President Donald Trump will travel to Detroit, Michigan, on Tuesday to tour a Ford manufacturing plant and speak at the Economic Club of Detroit.
independent Today’s event and presentation will be live blogged.
Ariana BaioJanuary 13, 2026 14:30
Manufacturing employment declines for eighth straight month
U.S. manufacturing jobs fell for eight straight months last year, a loss that many experts attributed to President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs in April.
Manufacturing jobs have been declining steadily since 2023, but those numbers jumped after Trump imposed tariffs that affected nearly every industry in the U.S.
Auto manufacturing is one of the industries hardest hit by Trump’s 2025 aluminum and steel tariffs. Automakers expect costs to rise because many of the components used to assemble vehicles are imported from Canada and Mexico.
Ariana BaioJanuary 13, 2026 14:43
What is the Economic Club of Detroit?
Trump will speak at the Economic Club of Detroit this afternoon, his third address to members.
The Economic Club of Detroit is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization focused on business, government and social issues. The organization has hosted every sitting president since President Richard M. Nixon.
Trump spoke at the organization’s MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater at 2 p.m. ET.
Details of Trump’s speech have not been disclosed.
Ariana BaioJanuary 13, 2026 14:54
Trump touts steady inflation in December
The Consumer Price Index showed inflation ended relatively stable, with consumer prices up about 2.7% from a year earlier – figures consistent with the November report.
“Just out: US inflation numbers are very good (low!). That means Jerome ‘too late’ Powell should cut rates, big deal!!!” Trump wrote on Truth Social on Tuesday morning. He attributes lower inflation to his tariffs.
The latest CPI also pulled down the cost of used cars and trucks, which fell by just over 1% in December.
Trump is likely to mention the new report during a speech to the Economic Club of Detroit on Tuesday.
Ariana BaioJanuary 13, 2026 15:05
Catch up: Trump claims prices are ‘down big time’ in rant on economy
Donald Trump claimed in a new interview that “prices have dropped dramatically” for Americans and touted his apparent economic success.
The president said his administration “has done a good job on the word ‘affordability,'” despite claiming just weeks ago that the term was a “hoax” created by Democrats.
Owen ScottJanuary 13, 2026 15:20
Trump sets off for Michigan
Ariana BaioJanuary 13, 2026 15:27
Trump complains Jerome Powell is ‘dishonest’ before departure
Speaking briefly to reporters before boarding Marine One for Michigan, Trump lashed out at Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell.
“Well, he’s billions of dollars over budget, so he’s either incompetent or he’s dishonest. I don’t know what he is, but he’s certainly not doing a good job,” Trump told reporters on the White House lawn.
Ariana BaioJanuary 13, 2026 15:43
Trump to talk economy in Detroit
Trump told reporters this morning that he would talk about “how the economy is doing” during his visit to Detroit.
“We have huge growth numbers, so growth is going up,” Trump began.
“So I’m going to be in Detroit talking about this today, and it’s an important speech, and all I can say is this country is doing a great job.”
Ariana BaioJanuary 13, 2026 15:50
What do Americans think of Trump’s handling of the economy?
Overall, polls show Americans are largely dissatisfied with Donald Trump’s handling of the economy. While the president touts his administration’s ability to lower prices and make housing more affordable, most people don’t seem to agree.
The Economist The survey found that as of the end of December, Trump’s net disapproval rating on jobs and the economy was about 18%.
Really clear polling Data show that as of early January, Trump’s overall approval rating on economic issues reached 55.6%, and his approval rating reached 40%.
in a Fox News Investigation72% of respondents think the economy is in bad shape, and only 39% say they approve of how Trump is handling the economy.
Ariana BaioJanuary 13, 2026 16:16