Trump’s Tariffs Threaten Iowa Families Trying To Make Ends Meet

Des Moines, Iowa -- Today, the Trump Administration implemented a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and a 10% tariff on imports from China. These new taxes will increase the cost of groceries, gas, and other consumer goods as Iowans continue to struggle with high prices.

The administration and House Republicans intend to pay for massive tax handouts to corporations and billionaires with the tariffs—forcing hardworking Iowans to foot the bill. 

Fairness for Iowa, a coalition of grassroots organizations, calls on Congressman Zach Nunn and Congresswoman Marianette Miller-Meeks to oppose Trump’s tariffs and instead prioritize policies that uplift, rather than burden Iowa families with higher prices. 

“President Trump thinks he can use tariff funds to pay for more tax breaks for billionaires and wealthy corporations, but Iowans know it’s not our trade partners who will pay – it’s us,” Executive Director of Progress Iowa, Matt Sinovic said. “Implementing these higher tariffs will raise prices on groceries, gas, and other necessities for Iowa families, workers, and businesses already struggling with high prices. Additionally, the ripple effects from higher tariffs on key industries in Iowa–such as agriculture–could lead to economic uncertainty in communities across the state. Iowans need our members of Congress, including Congressman Nunn and Congresswoman Miller-Meeks, to oppose these tariffs and fight for Iowa families.”