Donald Trump Misleads About Walmart Thanksgiving Dinner Price Comparison

Former President Donald Trump is facing criticism for another misleading claim—this time about the cost of a Thanksgiving dinner at Walmart during his presidency versus under President Joe Biden. In a Truth Social post, Trump suggested prices were “MUCH CHEAPER” under his administration, but fact-checkers and economists say his comparison ignores key economic factors.

Trump’s Walmart Thanksgiving Price Claim

In his post, Trump wrote:

“A Thanksgiving Dinner at Walmart was MUCH CHEAPER under the Trump Administration than it is now under Crooked Joe Biden. Inflation is destroying our country!”

He provided no specific data, but the implication was clear—Trump sought to blame Biden for rising food costs while framing his own term as economically stronger.

Why Trump’s Claim Is Misleading

Independent fact-checkers, including Reuters and The Washington Post, analyzed Trump’s statement and found it lacked context. Here’s why:

1. Cherry-Picked Data

• Trump likely compared pre-pandemic prices (2019-2020) with 2023 costs, ignoring the global inflation spike post-COVID.
• Inflation surged due to supply chain disruptions, the Ukraine war, and pandemic recovery—factors affecting all countries, not just the U.S.

2. American Farm Bureau Findings

The AFBF’s 2023 Thanksgiving report shows:
– Average meal cost: $61.17 (2023) vs. $64.05 (2022 peak).
– Prices remain higher than pre-2020 but are declining year-over-year, contradicting Trump’s doom-and-gloom narrative.

3. Walmart’s Pricing Isn’t Presidential

Retailers adjust prices based on supply, demand, and global markets—not White House policies. Some 2023 Thanksgiving items (turkey, potatoes) are cheaper than 2022, while others (pie crusts, stuffing) cost slightly more.

The Real Causes of Inflation

While Trump blames Biden, economists highlight multiple global factors:
– Post-pandemic demand surges
– Corporate profit margins
– Supply chain delays
– Russia-Ukraine war’s impact on food and energy

Biden’s stimulus played a role in short-term demand, but inflation has cooled due to Federal Reserve policies and stabilized supply chains.

Political Spin vs. Economic Reality

Trump’s claim fits a GOP strategy to pin inflation solely on Biden ahead of 2024. However, experts warn against oversimplifying complex economics for campaign rhetoric.

Bottom Line

While Thanksgiving dinner costs have risen since 2020, Trump’s comparison is misleading and lacks context. Voters should scrutinize such claims with data, not partisan narratives.

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