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Trump merchandise retail decline in Tennessee

Overview

A large retail outlet in Tennessee exclusively selling Donald Trump merchandise is closing due to declining business. Located near Knoxville along Interstate 40, the store is currently liquidating its remaining inventory at a 50 percent discount.

Owner William ‘Bill’ Hays stated the closure is a result of diminished foot traffic, disputing earlier claims that the shutdown was due to retirement. While the business experienced surges in activity following the July 2024 assassination attempt on Trump, recent customer numbers have dropped. Hays attributed the decline to economic struggles among supporters, specifically citing the rising costs of utilities and groceries.

Following news of the store’s closure, former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene commented on social media, noting a perceived decline in the visibility of Trump-related apparel. This development coincides with a Reuters/Ipsos survey showing a 33 percent approval rating for Trump’s performance in the White House, with 38 percent of voters indicating they believe Democrats would manage the economy more effectively.

Entities

Tennessee · Donald Trump · Marjorie Taylor Greene · Trump Superstore · William Hays

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources
    Marjorie Taylor Greene mocks declining Trump popularity

    Marjorie Taylor Greene mocked Donald Trump's declining popularity after a Tennessee Trump-themed store announced its closure due to lack of interest and economic pressures on supporters.

  2. 6 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Trump merchandise store in Tennessee closes due to low sales

    A large Donald Trump merchandise store near Knoxville, Tennessee, is closing due to a lack of customers and is currently holding a 50 percent off inventory clearance sale.

Sources

ca.sports.yahoo.com · independent.co.uk · laopinion.com · pvc.blogosfera.uol.com.br · uk.news.yahoo.com · veja.abril.com.br