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Rep. Thanedar slams Trump’s Tariffs
“Donald Trump campaigned on lowering costs. Now, with his tariffs, he is raising them,” Thanedar said in a statement.
Shri Thanedar / File Photo
Indian American Congressman from Michigan, Shri Thanedar sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, warning that they would hurt Michigan’s economy and working families.
“Donald Trump campaigned on lowering costs. Now, with his tariffs, he is raising them,” Thanedar said in a statement. “The people of my district and the state of Michigan will not forget his broken promise.”
My statement on Trump's tax on Michigan's working families: pic.twitter.com/vsnJA7d2vf
— Congressman Shri Thanedar (@RepShriThanedar) February 3, 2025
The democrat argued that Trump’s tariffs would increase prices on essential goods, including cars, appliances, and groceries—putting further strain on families already struggling with inflation. “Clearly, his only plan is to make Americans pay more at the grocery store and at the pump,” he added.
Thanedar also highlighted the potential damage to Michigan’s auto and manufacturing industries, warning that retaliatory measures from other countries could put thousands of well-paying jobs at risk. “A 25 percent tariff on Canada will mean rising heat bills, higher car prices, and widespread economic pain for people in our community,” he stated.
Announced on Feb. 1, Trump’s sweeping tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada, and China threaten to kick off a trade war that could dent global growth and reignite inflation experts said. The proposed tariffs include a 25 percent levy on most goods from Mexico and Canada, a 10 percent tariff on energy imports from Canada, and a 10 percent tariff on Chinese imports.
In response, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau declared sweeping 25% tariffs on 155 billion Canadian dollars' worth of American goods. Although he acknowledged the possible effects on both sides of the border, he declared that he would not "back down in standing up for Canadians."
Emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions, Thanedar called for smart trade policies that prioritize workers instead of what he described as “political stunts.” “Let’s work with our allies to solve our problems without creating chaos and disrupting our economy,” he urged.
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