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Trump Celebrates Cheaper Thanksgiving Bundle Amid Criticism

11/8/2025

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Trump Defends Economy

U.S. President Donald Trump claims the economy is thriving, citing Walmart's Thanksgiving meal bundle as 25% cheaper than last year.
The 2025 bundle has 23 items, down from 29 in 2024.
Critics say essential items are missing and question the bundle's validity.
White House officials back the claim and cite ongoing improvements on the cost of living.
Despite Republican losses, Trump says affordability remains a Republican strength.

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Trump Dismisses Inflation

U.S. President Donald Trump met with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and called affordability concerns a "Democratic con job."
Trump claimed prices were "way down," despite data showing the consumer price index rose 3% in September with higher gas, food, and energy.
A voter expressed concern about rising costs.
Critics, including GOP radio host Erick Erickson, say Republicans ignore grocery prices, undermining their credibility.

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Trump Defends Economy

U.S. President Donald Trump claims the economy is thriving, citing Walmart's Thanksgiving meal bundle as 25% cheaper than last year.
The 2025 bundle has 23 items, down from 29 in 2024.
Critics say essential items are missing and question the bundle's validity.
White House officials back the claim and cite ongoing improvements on the cost of living.
Despite Republican losses, Trump says affordability remains a Republican strength.

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