Crushing inflation rates are costing American families thousands. Yet consumer spending, even

on luxury goods, remains sky high.

People weren't taking trips. People weren't going on vacation. They weren't going out

to eat, but they were still buying things.

We talked to an expert about the state of the economy, what's causing these contradictory

trends and what to expect going forward.

I'm Georgia Howe with Daily Wire Editor-in-Chief John Bickley. It's April 16th, and this is

your Saturday edition of Morning Wire.

The pandemic lockdowns had a devastating effect on young children. Now, for the first time,

medical experts recommend kids as young as eight be screened for anxiety. We'll discuss

the new guidance.

These children, even though they're young, they have been through a lot of changes during

the pandemic, having to be in and out of school and not being able to interact with their

peers, not being able to see their families.

And despite dramatic declines in church attendance in the US, a new poll found that Americans

still highly value Easter and Passover. I think the lessons they offer are important

for the country's future.

Thanks for waking up with Morning Wire. Stay tuned. We have the news you need to know.

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