NEC Director Kevin Hassett pointed to strong wage performance across the U.S. economy, arguing that real incomes have seen significant gains under President Donald Trump’s economic leadership. According to Hassett, inflation-adjusted wage data suggests that the typical American family has experienced an increase of approximately $3,000 in real income since Trump took office, signaling what the administration describes as broad-based economic improvement.

Hassett further emphasized that certain sectors have seen even sharper gains, noting that mining workers have experienced roughly a $7,000 increase in real incomes this year alone. The remarks were presented as evidence of strengthening labor market conditions and rising purchasing power, particularly in traditionally industrial and energy-linked sectors that have been a focus of Trump-era economic policy.

Supporters of the administration argue that the data reflects the impact of pro-growth policies, deregulation, and a renewed emphasis on domestic production and energy development. The White House economic team continues to highlight wage gains as a central metric of success, framing rising real incomes as a key indicator that American households are experiencing tangible financial improvements under current economic strategy.