NBC News ripped for headline touting ‘historically affordable’ Thanksgiving costs: ‘This is bull—-‘

Conservatives on social media were quick to criticize a recent article from NBC News that suggested Thanksgiving dinner costs are historically low this year. The article, citing data from the American Farm Bureau Federation, claimed that a 10-person Thanksgiving gathering could be fed for under $60, or $5.81 per person. This marked a 5% decrease from the previous year and was the lowest cost since 2021.

The headline of the article read: “Thanksgiving dinner is historically affordable this year.”

However, many conservatives took issue with the reporting, arguing that the prices mentioned were not reflective of their own experiences. Grabien founder Tom Elliot pointed out that he had recently purchased a single turkey for $85, while author John LeFevre highlighted that a meal for a family of 4 at McDonald’s costs $60. They questioned how NBC News could claim that a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people could be so inexpensive.

Conservative radio host Dana Loesch and journalist Jennifer Van Laar also expressed skepticism about the affordability of Thanksgiving dinner as reported by NBC News. They challenged anyone who could actually purchase all the necessary groceries for a 10-person meal for $58.08 to share a photo of their shopping haul.

The article sparked a larger conversation about rising food prices and inflation, with the Commerce Department reporting a 2.3% year-over-year increase in the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) index. Food prices were up 2.1% from a year ago, with the cost of food away from home seeing a larger increase compared to food purchased for home consumption.

Overall, the debate surrounding Thanksgiving dinner costs highlighted the ongoing challenges that many Americans are facing due to inflation and rising prices. The article from NBC News may have suggested that Thanksgiving dinner was more affordable this year, but many conservatives disagreed based on their own experiences at the grocery store.

In conclusion, while Thanksgiving dinner costs may vary depending on location and individual shopping habits, it is clear that many Americans are feeling the impact of inflation on their day-to-day expenses. As we approach the holiday season, the conversation around food prices and affordability is likely to continue.