WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Tim Kaine issued the following press release:

WASHINGTON - U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) are highlighting a new congressional report finding that Virginia families have paid more than $3,900 extra for goods and services since President Trump took office last year. This new data underscores the growing financial strain on families across the Commonwealth as the president's devastating economic policies drive up the cost of housing, groceries, gas, electricity, and health care.

"Despite repeated promises from President Trump and Republicans to 'end inflation' and lower costs, Virginia families continue to get squeezed from every direction. This data confirms what we've been hearing from Virg...