Consumers across the United States have been sharing concerns over rising prices at major retail stores, attributing the increases to tariffs imposed during former President Donald Trump’s administration. A viral Instagram video posted by user Mercedes Chandler has brought renewed attention to the issue, showing price hikes at Walmart and Target.
In the video, Chandler highlights that clothing and other products have seen significant price increases, with old price tags removed and replaced by higher new ones. She points out a $4 rise in children’s clothing prices and notes that a backpack previously priced at $19.97 is now being sold for $24.97. Chandler directly links these price adjustments to Trump’s tariffs and challenges viewers to verify the changes themselves.
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The video has generated mixed reactions on social media, with some users questioning the efficacy and consequences of the tariffs, while others criticize the political discourse surrounding the issue. A Target employee confirmed the recent price tag changes, adding credibility to the claims.
Amid consumer frustration, sarcastic comments have emerged highlighting the economic burden tariffs place on everyday shoppers.