The FTC and 20 states have sued Dollar General for deceptive pricing practices, alleging that displayed prices on shelves and in ads are lower than the prices charged at the register, affecting millions of consumers.

Commenters are split on whether Dollar General is engaging in illegal price manipulation or simply adding sales tax at checkout. Some argue that the base price is entirely decoupled from the list price, which is illegal everywhere, while others claim it's a scam. Users like Zedstrian noted that app prices were lower than in-store prices, and TrickDacy dismissed claims of deception, insisting that sales tax is the real issue. Meanwhile, Maeve highlighted that Dollar General is often the only option in many communities, and daychilde criticized the store for poor product quality.

The community consensus leans toward viewing Dollar General's practices as deceptive and illegal, with significant frustration over the impact on consumers. However, there's a notable divide between those who see it as a scam and those who believe it's a standard sales tax practice, reflecting broader tensions in consumer trust and corporate accountability.