Key facts
- Vice President JD Vance acknowledged voter frustration with the Trump administration's economic record.
- Vance called for patience, stating that progress will take time to be felt by Americans.
- Vance admitted that the price of eggs remains a significant problem for many people.
- Vance blamed former President Joe Biden for the economic situation the administration inherited.
- Vance cited record peacetime debt and deficits, and the worst inflation crisis in 40 years as inherited problems.
- Vance pointed to a September jobs report as evidence of the administration's policies working.
Vice President JD Vance has acknowledged that the Trump administration faces growing skepticism over its economic record, issuing a plea for patience and empathy as the White House grapples with voter dissatisfaction. Vance conceded that many Trump voters are frustrated by the pace of progress and admitted that sometimes he is, too, stating that "we inherited a disaster" from former President Joe Biden.
Speaking at a Breitbart News event, Vance said, "We get it and we hear you, and we know that there’s a lot of work to do. As much progress as we’ve made, it’s going to take a little time for Americans to feel that." He specifically addressed concerns about affordability, such as the price of groceries, admitting that even with a decrease in egg prices, they remain too expensive for many.