Amo Statement on President Trump’s Tariff Announcement

WASHINGTON, DC - Tonight, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01), Vice Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, released the following statement:

"Instead of creating jobs, Donald Trump is creating chaos with his reckless trade war, said Congressman Gabe Amo, Vice Ranking Member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. "We're already seeing the effects of his announcement - markets plunging after hours, increased economic turmoil, and allies around the world pledging to retaliate. As analysts struggle to understand the long-term impacts of these tariffs and small businesses prepare themselves for higher operating costs, Trump is forging ahead with a plan that will jack up costs for everyday Americans. The price of these tariffs will be passed onto consumers. They will create uncertainty for workers and further isolate us from our allies to pay for a billionaire tax giveaway."

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