Washington, D.C. – A political firestorm erupted just hours ago after former President Donald Trump took direct aim at retail behemoth Walmart, publicly accusing the company of misleading the American people over its price hikes. Trump’s fierce response came after Walmart’s CEO, Doug McMillon, cited Trump-era tariffs as the primary reason for rising consumer prices. But it wasn’t just the criticism that left jaws dropping—it was what Trump said after that has corporate leaders scrambling for damage control.
Speaking during a quarterly earnings call last Thursday, McMillon declared that Walmart “can no longer absorb the pressure” from tariffs on Chinese imports, warning that prices on key items would continue to rise. “Even at reduced levels,” he explained, “the magnitude of the tariffs is impacting our ability to maintain low prices, given the razor-thin margins of retail.”
While the comment was likely meant as a caution to investors, it triggered an explosive backlash no one saw coming.
On Saturday, Trump took to Truth Social with a thunderous post that instantly went viral.
“Between Walmart and China, they should—as is said—EAT THE TARIFFS and not charge valued customers ANYTHING. I’ll be watching, and so will your customers!”
The former president’s fiery response made headlines in seconds, but it was the final line of his post that truly shocked both political analysts and corporate boardrooms:
“If they don’t start acting right, maybe it’s time we stop calling them ‘America’s store’—and start asking what they’re really hiding behind all those low prices…”
The cryptic threat lit up social media. Within minutes, the phrase “What Is Walmart Hiding?” began trending nationwide. Across cable news and online outlets, speculation ran wild. Was Trump hinting at future political action? A looming investigation? Or something far darker buried beneath years of “cheap” retail success?
Insiders say Trump’s post was no accident. One senior campaign aide claimed the former president had been “boiling” for days after seeing what he viewed as an unpatriotic betrayal.
“He believes Walmart is not just blaming him unfairly—they’re playing a dangerous game of economic manipulation,” the aide revealed. “He’s not going to let that go unchallenged.”
Retail experts, meanwhile, are warning that this public feud could cost Walmart more than its reputation.
“If Trump’s base begins to boycott or even question Walmart’s allegiance to the American worker, that could shake up their profits overnight,” said market analyst Carla Jennings. “This isn’t just about tariffs anymore. This is about who gets to call themselves ‘America’s store’—and that identity is under siege.”
Even more startling, reports are emerging that several conservative PACs are now preparing ad campaigns targeting major retailers “exploiting international pricing schemes” to hurt U.S. consumers. While no names have officially been listed, many believe Walmart is at the top of the list.
Adding fuel to the fire, Trump allies in Congress are now discussing potential hearings to review how retail giants handle tariff costs, with some whispering that “foreign favoritism” could be uncovered.
Walmart has so far declined to directly respond to Trump’s comments, issuing only a brief statement reaffirming their dedication to “affordable access” and “customer service.” But industry watchers say silence may not be a smart strategy.
“The longer Walmart avoids confronting Trump’s accusations, the more room it gives conspiracy and suspicion to grow,” Jennings noted. “And in today’s environment, optics are everything.”
With no follow-up yet from Trump, but plenty of noise from his supporters, the nation is left wondering: Did the former president just declare war on the biggest retailer in the world? Or is he preparing to expose something far more damaging?
Whatever the case may be, one thing is certain—this fight is far from over. And Americans everywhere are now looking at Walmart just a little differently than they did yesterday.
Stay tuned.
