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Updated · wpde.com · Aug 21
North Myrtle Beach Trump Store Sales Spike Ahead of 1 Trump Visit
Updated
Updated · wpde.com · Aug 21

North Myrtle Beach Trump Store Sales Spike Ahead of 1 Trump Visit

3 articles · Updated · wpde.com · Aug 21

Summary

  • North Myrtle Beach’s Trump Superstore reported a sharp sales jump after President Donald Trump’s Grand Strand visit was announced, with shoppers buying gear for the event.
  • Richard Kligman, the store’s owner, said customers quickly came in seeking items they could wear or bring, even though event rules generally allow only a hat or shirt.
  • Trump-branded hats and T-shirts were the biggest sellers, including “USA,” “Pro God, Pro Gun, Pro Life,” and “Make America Great Again” merchandise.
  • The surge underscores how Trump’s local appearance is already boosting retail demand around the Grand Strand before the visit takes place.

Insights

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