Watch live: Senate convenes hearing on affordability ahead of midterms

The Senate Banking Committee's hearing on affordability highlights growing voter concerns over rising living costs and inflation, with gas price spikes and a 4.2 percent annual inflation rate adding to public unease. As midterm elections approach, this hearing aims to address these pressing economic issues, reflecting a broader national worry about economic stability. The discussion could influence political discourse and voter sentiment in the upcoming elections, making it a crucial moment for lawmakers to respond to constituents' immediate financial pressures.