An NBC News article suggesting that Thanksgiving dinner costs are historically low, allowing a gathering of 10 to be fed for less than $60 was criticized by conservatives on social networks this week.
“You might not know it from looking at the price tags in the supermarket aisles, but Thanksgiving dinner is more affordable than it has been in years.” NBC News wrote citing data from the American Farm Bureau Federation.
“This year’s holiday party costs, estimated at $58.08 for a gathering of 10 people, or $5.81 per head, fell 5% from last year, the lowest level since 2021.”
The headline of the article read: “Thanksgiving dinner is historically affordable this year.”
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The family holds hands at the Thanksgiving dinner table. (iStock)
Conservatives on social media were quick to criticize the reports and suggestion that Americans will experience relief from inflation at the Thanksgiving dinner table this year.
“I just bought a turkey for $85,” said Grabien founder Tom Elliot. published in X.
“It costs $60 for a family of 4 to eat at McDonalds,” author John LeFevre published in X. “But NBC News would have you believe that Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people costs $58, the most affordable in 40 years.”
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Festive table with roast turkey and side dishes for the family celebrating Thanksgiving Day. (iStock)
“No one who buys groceries believes this,” said conservative radio host and commentator Dana Loesch. published in X.
“If someone can afford everything needed for a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people for $58.08, I want to see a photo of all their food,” journalist Jennifer Van Laar. published in X.
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A family member serves Thanksgiving pie during dinner. (iStock)
“This is nonsense, of course,” said lawyer Harmeet Dhillon. published in X. “Continue.”
“What are they eating?” Elizabeth Weibel, Breitbart News Reporter published in X. “Mozzarella sticks? I just bought food for a Thanksgiving dinner for 16 people that cost about $240.”
The Commerce Department reported Wednesday that the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index rose 0.2% in October and 2.3% year over year, and inflation slightly marked in October, as prices remained stubbornly high for consumers,
Food prices in October increased 0.2% monthly and 2.1% compared to the previous year. Eating away from home increased by 3.8% annually, while eating at home increased by just 1.1% in comparison. The biggest price increase among food products was eggs, with an annual increase of 30.4% in October, even though they decreased 6.5% since September.
Fox News Digital’s Eric Revell contributed to this report
