Republicans have to ‘counter’ Democratic narrative of Trump family profiting while Americans suffer: Bob Cusack

Published July 28, 2026 10:12am ET | Updated July 28, 2026 10:12am ET



Washington Examiner executive editor Bob Cusack said Republicans must effectively counter Democrats’ argument that President Donald Trump and his family have financially benefited while ordinary Americans continue to struggle with high costs.

Cusack’s comments come after House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) argued that Republicans have failed to deliver on campaign promises to lower costs, accusing Trump of enriching himself while everyday Americans face financial strain.

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