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Trump Visits Rocky Mount: Economic Struggles & Hope

Trump Visits Rocky Mount: Economic Struggles & Hope

Update: 2025-12-19
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President Trump Visits Rocky Mount: Economic Anxieties and Hope for ChangePresident Donald Trump is set to visit Rocky Mount, North Carolina, this Friday, focusing on the economy and rising cost of living. Residents, like Daijah Bryant, an engine plant technician, are struggling with financial strain despite the presidents assurances of an improving economy. Rocky Mount, with a rich history in tobacco and railroads, has seen a decline in its downtown and higher utility costs due to recent financial troubles. Business owners like Lucy Slep hope for better times with upcoming tax cuts, but residents remain skeptical. The visit underscores a broader national conversation about affordability and economic strategies.

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Trump Visits Rocky Mount: Economic Struggles & Hope

Trump Visits Rocky Mount: Economic Struggles & Hope