Archive · 7 Nov 2025
Trump Claims Walmart Thanksgiving Dinner Costs Reduced, Cites Affordability
A former president named Donald Trump said that holiday dinners in America are getting cheaper, specifically that Thanksgiving dinner costs 25% less this year than last year, and he credits his policies for this.
He said that Walmart's prices show this.
However, other reports say that prices at stores like Target, Walmart, and online at Amazon have actually gone up this year.
The government also reported that prices for many things have increased over the last year.
Many people are worried about how much things cost and are planning to buy only basic necessities during the holiday sales.
So, while one person says things are getting cheaper, other information suggests prices are still going up for many people.
Former President Donald Trump claimed Thanksgiving dinner costs are 25% lower in 2025 than in 2024, citing Walmart.
Trump attributed the claimed cost reduction to his economic policies, stating the affordability issue in America is 'dead'.
However, reports indicate price increases at major retailers, with Target up 5.5%, Walmart up 5.3%, and Amazon up over 12% in 2025.
US consumer inflation rose 3% on a 12-month basis in September 2025.
Many Americans are concerned about inflation and are prioritizing essential purchases during the holiday season sales.
- Who
- Former US President Donald Trump, Walmart, Target, Amazon
- What
- Donald Trump claimed Thanksgiving dinner costs are 25% lower this year, attributing it to his economic policies and citing Walmart, while reports indicate price increases at major retailers and ongoing consumer inflation.
- When
- November 6, 2025 (Trump's post), September 2025 (inflation data), 2025 (reported price increases). Thanksgiving is November 27, 2025.
- Where
- United States
- Why
- Trump used the claimed cost reduction to argue that the affordability issue is resolved and to promote his economic policies. Reports highlight continued inflation concerns and consumer behavior amid rising prices.
Trump's Claim
Countering Data
Thanksgiving Dinner Costs
Trump's Claim
Former President Donald Trump claims that Thanksgiving dinner costs are 25% lower in 2025 compared to 2024, citing Walmart prices and attributing the reduction to his economic policies.
Countering Data
Reports indicate that prices at major retailers like Target have increased by 5.5% in 2025, Walmart by 5.3%, and Amazon by over 12%, contradicting claims of widespread cost reductions.
Overall Affordability
Trump's Claim
Trump asserts that the issue of affordability is 'dead' in America due to perceived cost reductions, particularly in oil and gas, under his influence.
Countering Data
Consumer inflation data for September 2025 shows a 3% rise on a 12-month basis, and consumer sentiment suggests people are still feeling squeezed by rising prices, with many planning to buy essential items during sales.
- Trump's Thanksgiving Dinner Claim
- 25% lower cost in 2025 compared to 2024, citing Walmart.
- Target Price Increase (2025)
- 5.5%
- Walmart Price Increase (2025)
- 5.3%
- Amazon Price Increase (2025)
- Over 12%
- US Consumer Inflation (September 2025)
- 3% rise (12-month basis)
- Consumer Spending Plans
- 23% plan to buy essentials, 47% to split spending between essentials and premium items.
