Capitol Report (Jan. 12): Inflation and Empty Shelves Across US

Steve Lance
By Steve Lance
January 12, 2022Capitol Report
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Capitol Report (Jan. 12): Inflation and Empty Shelves Across US
Nearly empty shelves are seen in a market in the Brooklyn Borough of New York City on March 16, 2020. (Angela Weiss/Getty Images)

If you’ve noticed more empty shelves with higher price tags, you are not alone. Inflation just hit a 39-year high and shortages are being reported nationwide.

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