Trump Official Says Americans Saying 'I'm Good' With Surging Beef Prices
The cost of uncooked ground beef hit $7.16 per pound in August as the Trump admin faces heat over high grocery bills.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins stated that Americans are accepting the rising cost of beef, despite it reaching a record high of $7.16 per pound in August 2026. Rollins blamed Democrats for contributing to the price increase, alleging they are destroying cattle herds and taking them off grazing lands. She also cited the MAHA movement's influence on dietary guidelines, which has led to increased beef consumption, despite higher prices.
The shrinking number of domestic cattle, with the U.S. herd at its smallest in 75 years, and drought conditions have also played a role in the price surge. The Trump administration has responded by signing executive orders aimed at addressing the issue, but ranchers and Republicans have criticized the administration's plan to waive tariffs on imported beef, arguing it could harm domestic cattle producers.
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