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With days to go before the midterms, data shows the U.S. economy is doing well

With days to go before the midterms, data shows the U.S. economy is doing well
NPR News Thursday 29 October 2026, 13:05 UTC By Stephan Bisaha 1 min read
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GDP grew at an annual rate of 3.4% in the third quarter in the last major read on the economy ahead of the midterm elections — but many Americans continue to struggle with affordability.(Image credit: Joe Raedle)

GDP grew at an annual rate of 3.4% in the third quarter in the last major read on the economy ahead of the midterm elections — but many Americans continue to struggle with affordability.

(Image credit: Joe Raedle)

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