economy
Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 24, 2026
Updated on: May 24, 2026 / 2:09 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Consumer sentiment is low due to political affiliation, not economic issues; consumer confidence is high.
- GDP is estimated to be over 4%, and unemployment claims are at their lowest since the 1960s.
- High gas prices are temporary and supply chain issues will resolve within two months.
- White House security funding is necessary, and a fund for weaponization aims to prevent future government overreach.
- Past administrations allegedly weaponized government against Donald Trump, leading to the need for compensation and prevention measures.