Overview

• A Harris/Axios Vibes survey finds 47% of adults say groceries are harder to afford than a year ago, including 34% of Republicans, 50% of Democrats, and 54% of independents.
• Navigator Research reports that in swing congressional districts, 54% of voters say Trump’s policies increased prices and 54% specifically blame tariffs for higher grocery costs.
• Bureau of Labor Statistics data cited in coverage show sharp year-over-year jumps for staples such as ground beef (about 12.8%), eggs (about 10.9%), and coffee (about 20.9%).
• Eight in ten Americans believe the president has significant influence over the economy, yet only 47% say the administration has had a positive impact this year, and fewer than one-third view tariffs as beneficial.
• The White House disputes the perception, with Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt saying some prices are falling and an official asserting that the data contradict claims that groceries are less affordable.