Walmart to lower ground beef prices after Trump request

President Donald Trump announced on Monday, July 6, 2026, that Walmart has agreed to lower prices on a range of products, including ground beef, following a request from his administration to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday. The president called on other retailers to follow the company's lead.

In a social media post, Trump said Walmart would be lowering prices "by a lot," highlighting a reduction of almost 15 percent for a pound of ground beef. He described the retailer as "one of the biggest, best, and smartest" in America and a "truly patriotic Company." Walmart subsequently confirmed the price cuts in a statement, saying customers could expect savings across grocery items, household essentials, and other categories this summer. The company specified that the price for a one-pound roll of 73% lean ground beef would drop to $5.94 from $6.74, a reduction of about 12 percent. It also listed price cuts on products from Coca-Cola Co. and PepsiCo Inc., as well as chips and other items.

The announcement comes as economic affordability remains a central issue ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Trump's administration has been seeking to address voter concerns about high costs...