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House Republicans Vote to Protect Trump’s Tariffs

Late last night, House Republicans voted against canceling Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Brazil, which are partially responsible for coffee’s massive 20.9% price spike from this same time last year — the largest increase since the 1990s. In August alone, coffee prices rose 3.6%.

Following the vote, Congressman Don Bacon (one of only two Republicans to vote against tabling the resolution), said the quiet part out loud:
Now, POLITICO is reporting that GOP Leaders are scheming to block any congressional oversight and accountability into Trump’s sweeping tariffs — including on Mexico, Canada, Brazil, and other nations. 

REMINDER: Recent polling suggests Trump’s sweeping tariffs are deeply unpopular with the American people, with just 38% of Americans approving and an overwhelming 62% of people disapproving – up from 59% in June.

DCCC Spokesperson Justin Chermol:
“Do the so-called moderate House Republicans — who continue to protect Trump’s sweeping tariffs — agree with Don Bacon that tariffs are a tax on the American consumer?”

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