Democratic National Committee: Local small businesses continue to suffer under Trump and his cost-spiking Republicans, forcing them to raise prices on families and cut jobs for workers

June 9, 2026 - 23:06

New data from the National Federation of Independent Business shows that small businesses across the country are still struggling under the economic policies of Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers, according to the Democratic National Committee. The DNC argues that rising costs for everyday essentials like food, utilities, gas, and building materials are forcing small business owners to make tough choices. Many are raising prices for customers and cutting back on staff, which hurts working families the most.

The report highlights a growing trend of financial strain on local shops and services. Instead of growing or hiring more people, many owners are just trying to stay afloat. The DNC blames what it calls "cost-spiking Republicans" for policies that drive up expenses for small operations. Critics of the current administration say the burden falls on regular people who rely on these businesses for jobs and affordable goods.

As the economy continues to shift, small business owners are left to deal with higher overhead and less room to grow. The DNC is using this data to push back against Republican claims of economic success, arguing that the real story is one of hardship on Main Street.