Staff Reports
Americans are finally seeing relief at the grocery store as egg prices, which soared to historic highs under the previous administration, have plummeted since President Trump returned to office. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has been front and center, crediting this turnaround to decisive, America First leadership and a bold five-point plan that prioritized the needs of American families and farmers. After months of paying as much as $5.37 for a dozen eggs, consumers are now seeing prices around $3.13—a drop that was unthinkable just weeks ago.
Under Biden, egg prices skyrocketed by a staggering 237%, thanks in large part to a lackluster response to the avian flu crisis and a regulatory environment that stifled American producers. Rollins wasted no time after her confirmation, rolling out a comprehensive strategy that included repopulating the nation’s egg-laying hens, slashing unnecessary red tape, and temporarily easing import restrictions to stabilize supply. Unlike the previous administration, which seemed content to let prices spiral, the Trump team acted swiftly and with purpose, putting American consumers first.
Rollins hasn’t shied away from highlighting the stark contrast in leadership. While she has managed to work with some Democratic governors on bipartisan reforms, she called out New York’s Governor Kathy Hochul for playing politics with the cost of eggs rather than seeking real solutions. This is emblematic of a broader problem: too many on the left are more interested in scoring political points than in delivering results for working families. Americans want leaders who will roll up their sleeves and fix problems, not make excuses.
Looking ahead, the USDA under Rollins is laser-focused on restoring American agriculture’s global competitiveness. The department is aggressively pursuing new export markets, with Secretary Rollins embarking on trade missions to countries like Vietnam, India, and Brazil. This is a welcome change after years of neglect that left American farmers struggling with a $50 billion trade deficit. The Trump administration understands that food security is national security, and that a strong agricultural sector is the backbone of rural prosperity.
In just a few short months, the Trump administration has proven that conservative, pro-growth policies can deliver real results for American families. By cutting bureaucratic waste, holding foreign competitors accountable, and putting farmers and consumers first, Secretary Rollins and President Trump are making good on their promise to make American agriculture great again. While the political left continues to scramble for answers, this administration is serving up solutions—sunny-side up.
