1. United States
2. Ky.
3. Letter

The proposed new tariffs on Canadian lumber and dairy products are concerning and risk further harming the U.S. economy. Congress should hold President Trump accountable for his retaliatory nature with these tariffs, reaching as high as 250% on dairy, as it goes against free trade principles and could lead to escalating trade disputes that raise costs for American businesses and consumers. Congress needs to ensure Trump reconsiders this approach and instead pursues diplomatic negotiations to resolve trade issues fairly for all parties involved. Trump's protectionist policies and tit-for-tat tariffs threaten economic growth, affordability, and American competitiveness. Congress must prioritize fair but prudent trade policies that foster cooperation rather than conflicts that disrupt markets and supply chains instigated by Trump.