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Midterm campaigns confront rising beef prices

The AP reports campaigns across the country are being pushed to answer for rising beef prices, a cost shoppers notice at the checkout; the burger remains unelected.

On air: Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger on BBN Newsroom
Published 10:27 AM ET, Thursday, October 15, 2026

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First reported by AP News: “Midterm campaigns are asking, where’s the beef? And how much does it cost?”
Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 10:27 AM ET on BBN Newsroom, by Chip Darnell and Hank Ledger.

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AP NewsMidterm campaigns are asking, where’s the beef? And how much does it cost?

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Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorMidterm campaigns are asking where's the beef, and how much it costs, according to the AP.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorBeef prices are rising, and candidates are talking about it because voters feel it at the grocery store.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorDoes this affect me? I eat beef at a drive-through, and I don't even know who's in charge of it.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorIf you buy beef, yes. It's the grocery bill you feel directly, which is why the campaigns are paying attention.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorSo the burger is on the ballot.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe burger is not on the ballot, Chip.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorFine, last one. What happens next, and does the price come down before the election?
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorNobody knows yet. The data doesn't say. Can the burger at least run first?

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