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Trump Promises Lower Food Prices Amid Inflation Crisis

11/18/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump told McDonald's franchise owners that the administration is making progress in lowering prices amid rising inflation.
He credited his economic policies with attracting investments and reducing costs.
He announced the elimination of tariffs on over 200 food items.
He proposed sending $2,000 checks funded by tariffs for lower-income Americans.
The remarks follow Republican electoral defeats, and inflation remains a significant issue with rising food prices.

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U.S. President Donald Trump told McDonald's franchise owners that the administration is making progress in lowering prices amid rising inflation.
He credited his economic policies with attracting investments and reducing costs.
He announced the elimination of tariffs on over 200 food items.
He proposed sending $2,000 checks funded by tariffs for lower-income Americans.
The remarks follow Republican electoral defeats, and inflation remains a significant issue with rising food prices.