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Trump Requests DOJ Probe into Foreign Meat Packers Amid Price Concerns

11/8/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump has asked the Department of Justice to investigate foreign-owned meat packers over beef prices.
Experts doubt the investigation will lower grocery prices, citing drought and a reduced cattle herd.
Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin and others back the probe, noting past antitrust issues with JBS.
The Meat Institute says the industry faces losses from tight cattle supply despite high beef prices.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has asked the Department of Justice to investigate foreign-owned meat packers over beef prices.
Experts doubt the investigation will lower grocery prices, citing drought and a reduced cattle herd.
Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin and others back the probe, noting past antitrust issues with JBS.
The Meat Institute says the industry faces losses from tight cattle supply despite high beef prices.