Trump Faces Criticism Over Unmet Promise to Lower Grocery Prices

Despite campaign pledges to reduce food costs immediately, the administration says price relief will take time as critics question its priorities.

President Donald Trump pledged during his campaign to lower grocery prices 'immediately,' but no significant reductions have occurred in his first week in office.
Vice President JD Vance acknowledged in a CBS interview that price decreases will take time, citing the administration's focus on energy policies and capital investment as long-term solutions.
Democratic lawmakers, led by Senator Elizabeth Warren, criticized Trump for prioritizing immigration policies and pardons over addressing rising food costs, including eggs and bacon.
Economists warn that some of Trump’s proposed policies, such as increased tariffs and mass deportations, could exacerbate inflation and raise consumer prices further.
The administration has signed multiple executive orders, including measures to boost energy production, but experts argue these actions may not lead to immediate relief for American families.