Protect Working Families: End Harmful Tariffs and Corporate Price Gouging

Retail sales data for July reveal that American shoppers are spending more, but much of this increase is due to anxiety over rising prices caused by tariffs. President Trump's tariffs on imported goods, including cars, furniture, and everyday items, are being passed on to consumers through higher prices. This is hitting working families the hardest, especially as companies like Walmart and Procter & Gamble announce price hikes on essential goods.

Meanwhile, job growth is slowing, and businesses are struggling to absorb the costs of these tariffs, putting further strain on the economy. The Labor Department reports that hiring is below expectations, and inflation is rising above the Federal Reserve's target, driven by higher prices for imported goods. Major retailers and manufacturers admit to raising prices to maintain profits, while consumers bear the burden.

We demand immediate action to repeal harmful tariffs, investigate and prevent corporate price gouging, and implement policies that support workers and keep essential goods affordable. Our government must put people over profits and ensure economic stability for all.