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Sales Slump at Virginia’s “Trump Town USA” Reflects Shifting MAGA Sentiment
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Declining Revenue at the Boones Mill Store
Whitey Taylor’s “Trump Town USA” in Boones Mill, Virginia, was once a bustling MAGA-merchandise hub, reporting occasional daily takings of $12,000-$15,000. Recent observations show daily revenue falling to $1,500-$3,000, a “really big falloff,” according to Taylor. The owner attributes the dip to broader political dynamics and expects a rebound after Trump leaves office, noting that supporters will return “by the droves” once the former president is out of power.
Owner’s Outlook and Business Plans
Taylor rejects the notion that the decline stems from anger toward Trump.
Customer Sentiment and Economic Concerns
Patrons interviewed by CNN correspondent Elle Reeve express mixed feelings. One regular, Stevie Lovell, acknowledges continued personal support for Trump but observes that many fellow supporters have “hecked” with him, displaying upside-down stickers and red zeros. Lovell warns that “if you give people absolute power, they abuse it,” and notes discomfort with reports that Trump has generated more personal profit while in office. Another shopper, Jamie Varela, highlights rising living costs, explaining that high grocery prices force families to choose between essentials like fruit and gasoline.
Poll Data on Trump’s Economic Perception
A September CNN poll cited in the report found that two-thirds of Americans believe Trump has worsened the economy, and his approval rating is reported at its lowest level ever. These figures illustrate broader public skepticism about the former president’s economic impact.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Very few people still support Trump.” — Stevie Lovell
- “If you give people absolute power, they abuse it.” — Stevie Lovell
- “Profit isn't a dirty word, but it kind of does bother me a little bit that he's in office, and he's gaining a lot,” — Stevie Lovell
- “When you're going to the store and you're paying five bucks for a pineapple, then you got to choose fruit or gas,” — Jamie Varela