Falsely claims egg prices down 82% in national address when actual decline is 43%

During his national address on December 17, Trump claimed 'The price of eggs is down 82% since March,' a statement fact-checkers rated as false. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics data, the average price of a dozen grade A eggs was $3.49 as of September, down from an all-time high of $6.23 in March—a 43% decrease, not 82%. Wholesale prices declined around 67%, but even that figure falls short of Trump's claim. Multiple fact-checking organizations including NBC News and ABC News debunked the statement. The false claim appeared designed to bolster Trump's economic messaging amid polling showing 45% of Americans cite cost of living as their top concern and his economic approval at just 36%.

"The price of eggs is down 82% since March." — National address from White House Diplomatic Reception Room, December 17, 2025