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As the nation grapples with worsening egg shortages, consumers are taking matters into their own hands by stockpiling.
The ongoing bird flu crisis has severely impacted the poultry industry, leading to a significant cull of chicken populations.
This crisis has fueled soaring prices, with a dozen large grade-A eggs now averaging around $4.16—a 100% increase in just a year and a half, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Shoppers are feeling the pinch, and many grocery chains have begun limiting egg purchases as supply dwindles.
The Agriculture Department anticipates a further price surge, projecting an additional 20% increase in egg prices this year alone.
The response from the current administration has been less than satisfactory.
At a recent press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the issue, pointing fingers at the "ruling class."
She referenced a staggering 65% increase in egg prices during Joe Biden's presidency, implying that the White House’s policies have played a crucial role in this crisis.
Leavitt's remarks underscore a growing frustration among Americans who are witnessing the impact of federal policies on basic necessities.
The poultry supply chain is showing signs of collapse, raising concerns about the future of red meat availability.
What lies ahead for consumers as shortages continue?
Many are questioning whether this could be another orchestrated move to “reset” our food system amid rising prices and limits on what they can purchase.
As families brace for further economic strain, the focus is turning toward accountability from a government that seems increasingly disconnected from the everyday struggles of its citizens.
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