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Business leaders, economists and even members of his own party have warned that such a policy could boost inflation and hurt economic growth.

Economic hardship brought about by soaring inflation, among other factors, is likely to have resulted in “non-traditional” Republican voters being drawn to vote for Trump.

The government said the increases to tuition fees and maintenance loans are in line with inflation.

Trump won because he was seen as the agent of change at a time when inflation was making it hard for Americans to afford food, rent and buy a home.

Although it has since moderated, inflation remains a key issue for voters, with many citing dissatisfaction with rising prices as a factor in their support for Trump.