Trump’s Trade Tariffs Could Hurt Voters Around Midterms

President Trump’s “trade wars could become a major political drag for Republicans, with job losses and price increases piling up just as voters head to the polls in November,” Politico reports.

“Trump jolted markets once again early Friday when he said he’s prepared to impose penalties on some $500 billion in Chinese goods regardless of the consequences that might ensue, economic or political… But market analysts, industry experts and economists warn that the economic fallout of the president’s tariffs — those that are already in effect and those he’s threatening to impose — is only going to intensify over the coming months and could reach a peak around election time. ”

“It takes months for most consumers to feel the impact of tariffs, but as the fall approaches, everything from groceries to appliances could start to cost more at major retailers across the country.”