Deluzio Releases New Data Showing Pennsylvanians Have Had to Spend an Additional $4,200 on Everyday Essentials Under Trump

September 2, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) released new data from the Joint Economic Committee Democrats showing that American families have had to spend an additional $4,200+ on goods and services since President Trump took office in January 2025. “Under the Trump Administration and full Republican control in Congress, the cost of gas, healthcare, housing, and groceries are all rising—with no end in sight,” said Congressman Deluzio . “Trump’s Iran War and reckless tariffs are jacking up costs and leaving hardworking families struggling to cover life’s necessities. Reversing Trump’s disastrous decisions would make life more affordable, but we must do so much more so that people’s hard work delivers the good life they have earned in America.” The updated data shows that Trump Administration policies have hit Pennsylvanians have harder than other Americans —with people in the Commonwealth paying around $400 more than the average American family since Trump’s inauguration. Other takeaways from these new reports include: HOUSING: Pennsylvania families have had to spend an additional $924 on housing costs like rent and mortgage payments since President Trump took office. ENERGY: People across PA‐17 have spent an additional $124 million on gas since the beginning of the Iran War, costing the average family in PA‐17 an additional $408 in gas costs. HEALTHCARE: Monthly ACA premiums rose more than 50 percent on average in 2026 compared to last year. Meanwhile deductibles surged to record highs increasing by more than $1,000 on average. The new reports for Pennsylvania , Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District and others are available on the Joint Economic Committee website . ###