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Trump's Egg Price Claims Clash with Soaring Costs

4/20/2025

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Trump Misstates Egg Prices

As Easter approaches, President Trump inaccurately asserted that egg prices have plummeted, while they actually soared to a staggering $6.23 per dozen. Critics point to a bird flu outbreak as the real culprit behind the soaring costs, raising doubts about Trump's ability to tackle inflation and fulfill his grocery price promises.

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Hochul Critiques Trump

Wholesale egg prices have edged up to an average of $3.13 per dozen, while retail prices fluctuate dramatically from $2.99 to a staggering $8.99. With demand dwindling compared to past years, retailers are shying away from holiday promotions. Governor Hochul of New York has taken aim at Trump over these soaring prices, sparking a heated response from the Egg Board.

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Trump Imposes Tomato Tariff

The Trump administration's move to terminate the tomato import agreement with Mexico is set to spike U.S. tomato prices by imposing a hefty 20.9% tariff. This comes on the heels of soaring egg prices, now at $6.23 per dozen, leaving critics concerned that these tariffs will burden consumers just in time for Easter.

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Trump Misstates Egg Prices

As Easter approaches, President Trump inaccurately asserted that egg prices have plummeted, while they actually soared to a staggering $6.23 per dozen. Critics point to a bird flu outbreak as the real culprit behind the soaring costs, raising doubts about Trump's ability to tackle inflation and fulfill his grocery price promises.

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