A $16 McDonald's meal highlights how many Americans feel about the economy and food prices.
AdvertisementA McDonald's meal from a viral TikTok has become the poster child for a key issue leading up to the 2024 presidential election .
But food prices have been rising since 2020, which is one of the reasons why Americans feel sour about the economy , despite data suggesting it's in a strong position.
AdvertisementA vibecession is influencing Americans' sentimentsOverall, McDonald's prices are up about 10% this year, and they plan to raise them another 10% next year.
AdvertisementWith prices at restaurants like McDonald's likely to keep rising, that day-to-day pain point is likely not going away before the 2024 election.
Persons:
—, McDonald's, Donald Trump, Biden, Big, Joe Raedle, Scott Olson
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Service, The New York Times, Sienna College, Trump, Biden, Consumer, US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Big Mac
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Idaho, Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin