Since President Donald Trump took office in January, grocery prices at the national level have remained elevated and, in many categories, are rising even further.

Federal forecasts and multiple price trackers show continuing inflation for common items such as eggs and beef, and the USDA Economic Research Service projected overall food prices will increase over the remainder of this year and 2026.

Why It Matters

Food represents a large and visible share of household spending, and high grocery bills influence public perceptions of the economy and the administration's performance.

A mid-2025 poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that a majority of Americans reported stress over grocery costs, and retailers have reported shoppers shifting pu

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