Key Facts
• October 24, 2025: White House announced October CPI data may not be released.
• Ongoing government shutdown prevents critical data collection due to budget impasse.
• White House called the situation “unprecedented” in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
• Spokesperson Levitt blamed Democrats for the shutdown, citing potential market disruptions.
• Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has not provided a comment as of now.
Summary
The White House stated on October 24, 2025, that the release of October’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) data is unlikely due to the ongoing government shutdown. The budget impasse has hindered essential data collection, which the White House described as an unprecedented situation. Spokesperson Levitt attributed the shutdown to Democratic decisions, warning of potential disruptions to businesses, markets, households, and the Federal Reserve. The Bureau of Labor Statistics has yet to comment on the matter.
