Top Democrats warn tariffs will hit Americans hard as Trump says it’s ‘worth the price’
www.theguardian.com
Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer leads charge, saying tariffs threat would ‘hit Americans in their wallets’

Summary

Top Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, are criticizing Trump’s new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, warning they will raise prices for American families.

Trump is imposing 25% tariffs on most Canadian and Mexican goods and 10% on Chinese imports, prompting retaliatory moves.

Democrats argue the tariffs unfairly hurt workers while benefiting corporations. Trump acknowledged potential economic pain but defended the move.

Meanwhile, Democratic senators introduced a bill to require congressional approval for tariffs, and even business groups allied with Trump are voicing concerns.

  • Admiral Patrick@dubvee.orgEnglish
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    1 day ago

    In addition to the other comments pointing out that the presidency has (and has always had) control of tariffs, from the article:

    Meanwhile, Democratic senators introduced a bill to require congressional approval for tariffs, and even business groups allied with Trump are voicing concerns.