https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ftc-and-20-states-sue-dollar-general-alleging-retailer-overcharged-shoppersContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ftc-and-20-states-sue-dollar-general-alleging-retailer-overcharged-shoppershttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ftc-and-20-states-sue-dollar-general-alleging-retailer-overcharged-shoppers#u167329Sun, 01 Nov 2026 09:00:46 +0000The Federal Trade Commission and 20 states filed a lawsuit against discount retailer Dollar General, alleging the company routinely overcharged customers at the register. Federal and state authorities claim shoppers were charged more at checkout than the prices shown on shelves, advertisements, and price tags. The legal action follows complaints from tens of thousands of shoppers and a 2025 Guardian investigation. Dollar General disputes the allegations and has vowed to fight the lawsuit.Why it mattersThe lawsuit targets pricing discrepancies at a major discount chain serving millions of budge