Experts warn aggressive trade measures against US allies will hurt consumers and roil supply chains

Summary

Trump’s new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China sparked backlash from business groups, economists, and some Republicans, who warn of rising prices and economic disruption.

The tariffs—25% on Canadian and Mexican imports and 10% on Chinese goods—prompted retaliatory measures from Canada and Mexico.

Critics, including the US Chamber of Commerce, call them a tax on American consumers. Economists estimate a $200 billion hit to the US economy, with inflation rising.

Trump defended the move, even suggesting Canada should become the US’s “51st state.”

  • Jack-A-Noodle@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    13 hours ago

    Not because this is are against fascism, just because Trump is hurting and not online. Don’t take this resistance as anything other than these incredibly shitty companies continuing to be incredibly shitty to protect their self interest interest.

    They’re not fighting for you or me, they’re fighting for themselves. That makes them just as horrible as if they had agreed to it. They deserve zero credit.