Donald Trump makes shocking claim about egg prices and gets slammed after people question if he’s right

Donald Trump recently made some comments about the price of eggs in the United States, and it caused a lot of strong reactions from people. Some supported him, while others were very angry. This topic has become quite divisive, with people taking sides.

It’s not every day that eggs become a major topic of discussion, especially during a president’s time in office. But right now, eggs have become a symbol of the cost of living and grocery prices for many Americans. With the ongoing trade tensions involving countries like Canada, Mexico, and China, people are paying close attention to the prices of everyday items, including eggs. For many, if egg prices go down, it’s a relief, but if they go up, it’s a big problem.

Before becoming president, Donald Trump often promised that he would work to lower grocery prices. He also frequently criticized Joe Biden, blaming him for any increases in food costs. During a recent press conference with Irish leader Micheal Martin on March 12, Trump brought up the topic of egg prices again. He claimed that the cost of eggs had dropped by almost 30% in just a few days. This statement surprised many people and quickly spread on social media.

However, not everyone believed Trump’s claim. Some people accused him of lying. On Twitter, one person sarcastically commented that eggs were only cheaper in an “alternate universe” where facts don’t matter. Another person questioned why anyone even listens to Trump when he often makes false statements. A third person pointed out that egg prices still seemed high and wondered why Trump’s supporters, who used to complain about food prices, had gone quiet.

Interestingly, data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture did show that egg prices had dropped. According to the department, the average price for a dozen eggs had decreased significantly compared to recent days. The website Trading Economics reported that on March 11, a dozen eggs cost $5.51, which was more than $2 cheaper than the all-time high of $8.17 in March 2025.

But for many people shopping at their local stores, the prices didn’t seem to have gone down. There’s a reason for this. Wholesale egg prices, which are what stores pay to buy eggs, have fallen to an average of just over $4 for a dozen large white eggs. This is down from a peak of more than $8 at the end of February. However, it takes time for these lower wholesale prices to reach consumers. Eggs typically have a shelf life of about four weeks, so retail prices might not drop until the end of March for some people.

In the meantime, the debate over egg prices continues. Some people are waiting to see if the prices will actually go down in their local stores, while others are skeptical about Trump’s claims. Only time will tell how this situation unfolds.