Former President Donald Trump attributes his 2024 presidential victory to two main factors: border security and the rising cost of groceries. In a recent interview on NBC News' "Meet the Press," he emphasized the impact of high grocery prices on American families, positioning it as a key driver of his win against Vice President Kamala Harris.

Trump stated, "Very simply, groceries. When you buy everyday items like apples, bacon, or eggs, the prices have doubled and tripled in a short time. I won an election based on that." This focus on grocery costs reflects the financial strain experienced by many Americans due to inflation, even as overall inflation rates have begun to decline. Grocery prices remain significantly elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels, with a reported 22% increase since President Biden took office.

The Fox News Voter Analysis of the 2024 election confirmed the economy's importance to voters, with 40% citing inflation as their primary concern. These voters overwhelmingly supported Trump. Throughout his campaign, Trump consistently criticized the Biden/Harris administration's economic policies and pledged to lower prices. He reiterated this promise during the "Meet the Press" interview.

However, Trump also confirmed his intention to implement tariffs on imports from major trading partners, a move that Vice President Harris previously argued would raise prices for consumers. When questioned about the potential impact of tariffs on American shoppers, Trump admitted, "I can’t guarantee anything." This statement leaves open the question of how these seemingly conflicting policies – lowering prices while imposing tariffs – will affect the American public.