President Biden speaks with key figures about fighting inflation

(KYMA, KECY/CNN) - As prices rise on gas and food, President Biden held a meeting in the White House to discuss how to combat inflation.

“The American people have every right to judge our administration and the President's words. When the President says it's his top domestic priority, he means it and we have to show that to the American people," says Jared Bernstein, Member of the White House Economic Council.

The national average for gas has hit a record $4.62 a gallon.

“The fed has dual responsibilities. One, full employment. Two, stable prices. Chair Powell and other leaders of the fed have noted, at this moment, that they have a laser focus on addressing inflation just like I am," said President Biden.