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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Emmanuel Morilla

Donald Trump Merchandise Superstore Closed After 90% Monthly Sales Plunge, Owner Says

Bill Hays closed the Knoxville-area store in September as sales declined, while his Gatlinburg shop awaits Christmas trade (Credit: Photo: Trump Superstore/Google Maps)

A Trump merchandise superstore outside Knoxville, Tennessee, has closed after its owner said monthly sales had fallen from $200,000 (£150,000) to $20,000 (£15,000).

The figures, supplied by owner Bill Hays, represent a 90% decline. Hays told NPR that the store, which opened in April 2024, drew a queue of about 80 people on one busy day.

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