'Effect Of Trump's Tariffs': Instagram User Exposes Clothing Price Hikes At Walmart |Video

Last Updated:August 09, 2025, 17:41 IST

In the video, Chandler walks through Walmart, pointing to clothing tags that appear to have their original prices removed or covered up

The user, Mercedes Chandler, who has over 527,000 followers, posted the video on 1 August. (Screengrab via Instagram)

An Instagram user has shared a video from inside a Walmart store in the US, claiming that President Donald Trump’s tariffs, which came into effect on 1 August, are directly causing noticeable price increases on clothing and other everyday items.

The user, Mercedes Chandler, who has over 527,000 followers, posted the video on 1 August, and it has since gone viral on the platform.

In the clip, captioned “Donald Trump’s tariffs are in full swing!", Chandler walks through Walmart, pointing to clothing tags that appear to have their original prices removed or covered up.

“Guys, the tariffs are in active effect," Chandler says. “Look at these clothes in Walmart. All the tags have these bottom pieces ripped off, but then you find one with the bottom still on — $10.98. The price is raised to $11.98."

“This is the effect of Donald Trump’s tariffs." Chandler continues, showing a child’s outfit marked up from $6.98 to $10.98, and a backpack that previously sold for $19.97, now priced at $24.97.

“That is a $4 increase," Chandler points out, adding that many price tags have been replaced with stickers to hide the original price.

“If you don’t believe me, go to your local — whether it be Walmart or Target — and check this out for yourself," Chandler says in the video.

The post has triggered a wave of reactions on the platform. One user commented: “Well MAGA… are you winning yet?" Another added sarcastically, “Wasn’t China supposed to pay those tariffs?"

A Target employee also chimed in, “We also are taking the perforated price tags off the clothing starting a few days ago."

“I am not getting they are imposing high tarrif on china and india but their price increased. Can some one explain me?," another confused user asked.

What Are Trump’s Tariffs?

As part of his current economic policy, President Donald Trump has reintroduced or expanded tariffs on a wide range of imports. The goal, according to Trump, is to protect American jobs, boost domestic manufacturing, and reduce the US trade deficit.

Trump argued that these tariffs make foreign goods more expensive, encouraging Americans to buy locally made products. However, in practice, many retailers — including giants like Walmart and Target — pass the extra costs on to consumers, resulting in higher prices on store shelves.

Economists have long debated the effectiveness of tariffs. While the Trump administration claims they protect national interests and promote growth, critics argue they lead to inflation, supply chain disruption, and higher costs for American families.

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August 09, 2025, 17:37 IST

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