Hopefully, Republicans will use this irrefutable fact!”MANDEL NGAN via Getty Images President Donald Trump speaks after pardoning Thanksgiving turkey "Corn" on Nov. 24, 2020. AdvertisementIn Walmart’s announcement, the company didn’t make any comparisons to Thanksgiving prices last year, or mention inflation (or former President Biden). Walmart’s Thanksgiving meal was a little pricier last year at $7 per person (serving eight people), but it featured 29 items, including a turkey. (Likely more)With grocery prices higher than last year, it’s likely that many of the foods you’ll purchase for Thanksgiving dinner will be more expensive, too. Bakery products, including bread, cakes and cookies, increased 2.7%, and fresh fruits and vegetables are 1.2% higher overall, with potatoes 3.7% more expensive, according to the BLS.
