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Poverty Rate Was Stable Before Trump’s Safety Net Cuts Gained Force

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

The Census Bureau reported that median household income reached $87,460 in 2025, the highest level in the agency's records.

Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/15/business/economy/poverty-rate-trump-safety-net.html

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