NETWORKS HIGHLIGHT INFLATION AND BLAME TRUMP POLICIES AHEAD OF MIDTERMS

What happened: ABC, CBS, and NBC morning shows highlighted a 3.7 percent inflation report and tied rising prices to President Trump's policies ahead of the midterm votes. Key numbers: Inflation rate 3.7 percent, highest in four months, up from 2.8 percent after Trump took office. Families paying an extra $250 per month versus last year, more than $600 versus three years ago. Why it matters: Networks framed the report as a Democratic campaign talking point and a challenge to Trump's economic message, while he downplays the figures and Republican candidates play defense in strongholds.

ABC, CBS, and NBC morning shows highlighted a 3.7 percent inflation report and tied rising prices to President Trump's policies ahead of the midterm votes.

Networks framed the report as a Democratic campaign talking point and a challenge to Trump's economic message, while he downplays the figures and Republican candidates play defense in strongholds.