MAGA Voters Express Regret Over Soaring Prices - BuzzFeed

MAGA supporters commenting on Trump's post as if he'll answer will always be fascinating to me.

Despite Donald Trump claiming prices are dropping, anybody who has bought... well... basically anything in the last few weeks knows the opposite is true.

A person in a suit and tie gestures energetically in front of a "JOBS! JOBS!" banner at an industrial venue

Now, his loyal base is realizing in real time that their leader's promise of lowering prices on day one of his presidency wasn't exactly true... And they're PISSED.

Man in a suit walks through an industrial setting with stacks of materials, next to an American flag

1. This Trump supporter said, "#Trump I'm so disappointed in you saying you don't want housing prices down... It shows how out of touch with the average working American you actually are."

Donald Trump's Facebook post is met with criticism from a user who challenges his housing market statements and perspective on average American workers

2. After posting a graphic suggesting Republicans should run protesters over with cars, this Trump supporter complained online, "This is insane. My health insurance premium has tripled... WTF."

Complaint about increased health insurance premiums; mentions of co-pay changes and political discussions regarding ACA and tax credits in a social media post

3. This Trump supporter regretfully commented, "Your first term was great. This whole second term has been a complete disaster and I voted for you. Groceries aren't cheaper, rates are still insane, gas is still expensive, the cost of living in this country continues to rise... My life has not changed one bit since you took over again, you're no better than Biden. How about actually putting Americans first for once? Instead of worrying about all these foreign wars and leaders."

Facebook post criticizing Donald Trump's second term, comparing it unfavorably to Joe Biden’s presidency, mentioning economic and housing issues

4. This Trump supporter sent a public plea to Elon Musk, asking that he audit their utility company and lower prices. (Do you think Elon answered?)

A social media post requests Elon Musk to audit Florida Public Utilities, noting a high bill and thermostat settings. An electric bill for $549.16 is shown

5. This Trump supporter had a question for all their friends who knew they voted for Trump but no longer support him. "These 'HUGE TAX CUTS' TRUMP keeping lying about I want to ask people I know! Are you seeing these thousands of extra dollars he keeps talking about if filed your taxes yet?"

Facebook post questioning tax cuts under Trump, expressing distrust in both political parties, and criticizing support for banking overseas

6. This Trump supporter was shocked to learn that THEY had to pay tariffs.

Screenshot of a user complaint about a $450 import duty charge from DHL for a delivery from Spain, with text questioning the benefit of paying it

7. This farmer and Trump supporter can't believe they're drowning in costs.

Facebook post by Rob Racer discussing the impact of Trump importing Argentine beef on small beef farms, mentioning costs, margins, and policy changes

8. This Trump supporter posted on Facebook, "Dear President Trump, I'm Seriously Starting To Regret Voting For You Because You Have A Lot Of Nerve Letting The US Of A Federal Government Get Away With Making Me Suffer By Changing Medicare Guidelines Every Year!... You can take your copays & stick them up your ass!"

Social media post expressing regret for voting for Trump, citing increased medical and living expenses, Medicare policy changes, and personal hardships

9. This Trump supporter drew the line at Trump's racist post depicting Michelle and Barack Obama as apes and grocery prices climbing. "He said he would solve it," they said. "I voted for him 3 times. I'm starting to regret my vote. I should have skipped voting... If republ8cans don't get a grip, ill be voting for another party. Thank you for your attention in this matter."

A social media post expressing frustration with a political figure, mentioning high costs, regret over voting, and considering a change in political support

10. This Trump supporter complained, "I voted for you 3 times, and what thanks did I get? This 63 year old retiree now has to go back to work for his food assistance... I'm voting dem and hope you get impeached."

Tweet from Jason expressing frustration at a politician; mentions voting history, retirement, and returning to work for food assistance

11. This Trump supporter was told to pull themselves up by their bootstraps after the cost of their medications rose.

Screenshot of a social media post discussing high medication costs, specifically Wegovy for weight loss, followed by sarcastic and critical comments

12. This Trump supporter noted, "I voted for Trump. I'm a Trump man. But I have seen no difference in anything. It still expensive to buy groceries, my wife's health insurance more than doubled in price, medications are still stupid priced... I work my ass off every day just to struggle."

Facebook post discussing high costs of groceries, medications, and health insurance despite voting for Trump, with comments agreeing

And finally...

13. This Trump supporter said they voted for "cheaper energy," "deportation," and "the release of the Epstein documents," before adding, "It's okay to admit we got played."

Mike Sullivan discusses voting reasons, expressing dissatisfaction with current policies and outcomes under Trump. Mentions energy, media, and international issues