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The Lars Larson Show Interviews

The Lars Larson Show Interviews

Steve Moore — Are Americans earning more while the media says their paychecks are falling behind?

Oct 20, 2026 · 9m

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About this episode

Headlines claim American workers are falling behind under President Trump, but economist Steve Moore says the bigger income picture tells a different story. The former Trump economic adviser and Unleash Prosperity co-founder joins Lars to examine claims that median household income has risen even as inflation-adjusted wages remain flat. Moore argues that wages are only part of the equation, with investment income, pensions and other sources also affecting family finances. Is the media missing...