Biden’s Rotten Eggs Are Now Trump’s Gas Problem
Summary
Egg prices, which rose during President Biden’s time due to bird flu and other issues, have dropped significantly under President Donald Trump’s administration. However, rising gasoline prices caused by the U.S.-Iran conflict and ongoing tariffs have brought new inflation challenges.Key Facts
- Egg prices fell nearly 57% from January 2025 to June 2026, thanks to government efforts and recovery from avian influenza.
- The USDA expects egg prices to continue declining by about 30% in 2026.
- President Trump prioritized reducing egg prices and made it a focus early in his second term.
- Inflation rose 4.2% in the year through May 2026, driven by higher oil prices due to the Iran war.
- Gasoline prices jumped 21.2% in March 2026, the largest monthly increase since 1967.
- After a brief drop below $4 per gallon, gas prices rose again over $4 in July 2026 amid renewed conflict in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Tariffs from President Trump’s global trade actions have increased prices on some goods, adding to inflation pressures.
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