New data reveals inflation “jumped” to 3.8% in April – the “highest level in nearly three years” and driven by the “Iran war’s oil price shock.” But last December, DC Insider and Big Oil Lobbyist Michael Whatley promised “an economy that’s growing and very, very strong first quarter, second quarter” in 2026. 

Instead, Whatley’s oil and gas stocks have spiked and benefitted his bottom line while North Carolina families face soaring prices across the board. 

Michael Whatley: “So we’re very excited about the progress that’s been made so far, and what is coming in Q1 and Q2 of next year.”

Michael Whatley: “What we’re hearing from Scott Bessent, we’re hearing from, you know, the folks at the White House, the economic advisors, is that they’re fully expecting we’re going to have an economy that’s growing and very, very strong first quarter, second quarter of next year.”

Holding over a million dollars in Big Oil stock, Whatley pushed for the Iran War and has seen his oil stocks spike by up to “$219,660.” Whatley also cheered on Trump’s actions in Venezuela as he reaped up to “$63,000” in a single weekend from his investments in Big Oil companies. 

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