Trump's Straw Stunt: A Distraction from Real Problems

Trump’s latest executive order to bring back plastic straws is a ridiculous distraction from real issues like soaring grocery bills. Here's why this move is all about hypocrisy and no real solutions.

Feb 09, 2025

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You might be wondering if Donald Trump has done anything to help us with rising grocery bills. Spoiler alert: he hasn’t done a damn thing.

But—hold your applause—Trump’s latest executive action? He’s signing an order to “bring back plastic straws.” That’s right, folks, forget about inflation, forget about wages, forget about healthcare. The real crisis, …

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