Question

What economic issue did President Gerald Ford struggle with during his time in office?

Answer 1

I believe President Gerald Ford  struggled with Federal Reserve policy
Back then, His presidency was burdened with massive number of unemployment and inflation rate.
Federal reserve policy is used to control the total money circulated in the market, and increasing interest rates for those who want to save in order to attract investment and deal with the unemployment.

Answer 2

During President Gerald Ford's time in office there was rising inflation, unemployment, energy crisis, as well as the long-term decline in the economy and these were the economic issues he faced.