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Published May 7, 2026
Inflation and gas prices

How much have inflation and gas prices changed over time, and which categories are driving the increase?

The most recent available data for the United States shows that from March 2025 to March 2026, overall prices increased by 3.3%, with housing being the main driver—accounting for about half of the total increase.

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Annual price changes vary widely by type of spending. chart from Bureau of Labor Statistics
Federal Reserve rates

What has the Federal Reserve done with interest rates over the past year, and how does that compare with inflation trends?

The most recent available data shows that the Federal Reserve lowered the federal funds rate three times in 2025, bringing it to a range of 3.5% to 3.75%.

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Tariffs and import prices

How have tariffs affected U.S. imports, exports, and consumer prices?

The most recent available data for the United States shows that tariffs can indirectly raise domestic consumer prices.

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Immigration enforcement

How many people have been affected by immigration enforcement policies, and how has that changed over time?

The most recent available data for the United States shows that over 677,000 noncitizens were repatriated by ICE and US Customs and Border Patrol as of November 2024.

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Border encounters

How have border encounters changed by month or year, and where are the biggest changes happening?

The most recent available data for the United States shows that border encounters peaked at over 370,000 in December 2023.

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