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Bob Menendez: The goal of tariffs is to pressure foreign governments to live up to their commitment to American workers and companies.

On the recordFebruary 16, 2023
The goal of tariffs is to pressure foreign governments to live up to their commitment to American workers and companies.
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Bob Menendez
Democratic · New Jersey

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Menendez discusses the intended purpose of tariffs on foreign goods.

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