Shoppers across America have noticed changes in their grocery bills in recent months. With families still recovering from record inflation, every price movement matters at the checkout counter.

Morning shows and political talk programs regularly debate the state of the economy and how it affects everyday Americans. These discussions often revolve around kitchen table issues like the cost of groceries.

Recently on The View, the popular daytime talk show, co-hosts discussed President Donald Trump’s promises regarding grocery prices. What happened next perfectly illustrates the disconnect between media personalities and economic reality.

Whoopi Goldberg made an astonishing claim about egg prices that simply doesn’t match the facts. During Wednesday’s episode, Goldberg stated that egg prices haven’t budged since President Trump took office in January.

From ‘The Daily Caller’:
‘[Trump] did promise to lower the price of groceries, I have not seen an egg fall one cent since this man got in,’ Goldberg said, prompting co-host Sunny Hostin to falsely say they are going up.

The problem? Economic data tells a completely different story. According to Trade Economics, egg prices have fallen a whopping 44% since the start of 2025. Far from Goldberg’s claim of no movement, America has seen one of the sharpest drops in egg prices in recent history.

Specific numbers paint an even clearer picture. The average cost of eggs was $6.41 on January 21, Trump’s first full day of his second term. By this week, that price had plummeted to $3.23 – a decrease of more than 50%.

I don’t know about you, but I’ve definitely noticed my grocery bill getting lighter. When’s the last time Whoopi actually bought her own eggs? Does she even check prices before making these ridiculous claims on national television?

Even more revealing, prices decreased from an average of $8.27 on March 3 to the current $3.23 level. That represents a dramatic improvement in just over a month. So much for “not one cent” of movement!

Whoopi Goldberg baselessly and falsely claimed that egg prices have not dropped since Trump took office.

This is false, here's the context:

These figures are wholesale prices, which have dropped significantly (up to 55% by early April). The USDA notes a 3-5 week delay for… pic.twitter.com/pnbjzVT2tj

— Media Lies (@MediasLies) April 9, 2025

The Biden Price Hike

Looking at the historical context makes today’s improvements even more significant. When Joe Biden first entered office in January of 2021, egg prices averaged $1.46 per dozen. By December 2024, his final full month as president, that price had skyrocketed to $4.14 – a staggering 283% increase.

Several factors contributed to these soaring costs, including the avian influenza outbreak that devastated chicken populations. According to USDA data, 108 million egg-laying hens have died since 2022, including 13 million in 2025 alone.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt placed blame squarely on the previous administration. She stated that Biden and his Department of Agriculture were responsible for the “mass killing” of 100 million chickens, which directly contributed to the egg price crisis.

While bird flu remains a challenge, the Trump administration has taken decisive action to address the problem rather than allowing it to spiral further out of control. Isn’t it amazing what happens when you put competent people in charge?

Real Solutions for Real Americans

Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins outlined the administration’s approach in a February Wall Street Journal op-ed. The plan includes a $1 billion investment to fight avian influenza through “gold-standard biosecurity measures,” financial relief for farmers, and poultry vaccinations.

Critically, the administration is also removing “regulatory burdens on egg producers” that hampered production and drove up costs under the previous administration. This market-based approach aligns with conservative principles of reducing government interference to solve economic problems.

The administration is even considering temporary egg import options to rapidly reduce prices. This will put American consumers first rather than focusing on protecting special interests. When was the last time you saw that kind of common sense in Washington?

Truth Matters in Economic Reporting

When media personalities like Goldberg make demonstrably false claims about the economy, they do a disservice to American viewers who rely on accurate information. The stark contrast between her statement and economic reality raises serious questions about media accountability.

While it’s still early in the Trump administration, positive economic indicators are already emerging. Beyond egg prices, the Consumer Price Index showed inflation slowing in February, with economists expecting further easing in March.

For families gathering around their kitchen tables, the truth is in the grocery receipt. As Americans continue watching their food budgets, they deserve honest reporting about economic progress – not misleading claims that contradict the facts.

The remarkable drop in egg prices represents just one early success in addressing the inflation that burdened American families during the previous administration. The facts speak for themselves, even when some in the media refuse to acknowledge them.

Key Takeaways:

• Egg prices have fallen 44% since President Trump took office, contradicting Whoopi Goldberg’s false claim.
• Under Biden, egg prices rose 283% from $1.46 to $4.14, while Trump’s policies have reduced prices to $3.23.
• The Trump administration invested $1 billion to solve avian influenza issues and removed regulatory burdens on egg producers.
• Liberal media personalities continue spreading misinformation about economic improvements under conservative leadership.

Sources: Daily Caller, Breitbart, The Wall Street Journal