Trump Criticizes Reporter Over Walmart Thanksgiving Price Question
President Trump blamed inflation on Joe Biden and dismissed Democrats' affordability concerns as “a con job.” He highlighted Walmart’s all-inclusive Thanksgiving dinner, claiming it costs less than last year. However, the package contains fewer items than before, with the turkey priced nine cents higher and 2024 missing items like a premade pie, cranberry sauce, and onions.
“You’re fake news,” Trump said when a reporter noted these details.
Trump insisted he frequently discusses inflation, saying, “When did I not want to talk about it? I talk about it all the time.” He also expressed frustration over being questioned about prices in what he called a “fake, disgusting manner.”
Following this exchange, Trump called on his press secretary to critique the media coverage.
“You guys refuse to cover it,” said Karoline Leavitt.
Trump’s defense reflects his ongoing stance that inflation results from policies under Joe Biden, and he accuses the opposition of misleading the public on economic issues.
Author's summary: President Trump accused Democrats of deceiving the public on inflation and criticized a reporter’s question about Walmart’s Thanksgiving dinner prices as misleading and unfair.