1. United States
2. Ill.
3. Letter

The trade war and tariffs imposed on major trading partners like China, Canada, and Mexico will have severe consequences for the American economy. These measures risk causing significant inflation and economic disruption that will ultimately hurt American consumers and workers. Prices on consumer goods, groceries, and automobiles are projected to rise substantially due to the tariffs, straining household budgets. Additionally, the retaliatory actions taken by affected countries could severely impact American exports and provoke a further escalation of tensions. I urge you to reconsider this approach of escalating tariffs and trade wars. The potential economic fallout, including increased costs for businesses and consumers, supply chain disruptions, declining investments, and damage to America's global competitiveness, outweighs any intended benefits. A more collaborative approach to addressing trade concerns would better serve the interests of the American people and the nation's long-term economic prosperity. Protecting domestic industries should not come at the expense of broader economic harm.