President Trump's latest 35 percent tariff threat against Canada is pure economic malpractice. It is reckless, rushed, and devastating to firms and working families across Ohio. Canada is Ohio's largest trading partner. Over 100,000 jobs in Ohio depend on trade with Canada. Our State exports $21 billion in goods annually to our neighbor to the North, our largest fair-trade partner. From Toledo Jeep and General Motors to the parts manufacturers in Sandusky, Lorain, and Defiance, these aren't just numbers. These are paychecks, pensions, and livelihoods. The last time this administration tried tariff stunts, $6 trillion in U.S. wealth vanished in days. Workers were laid off, and Ohio is already among the top 10 States experiencing rising unemployment. We have all seen Trump chicken out before, and maybe Taco Tuesday will come again soon. Mr. Speaker, people in my region want a job they can count on. They don't want ying-yang on U.S. trade and tariff policy. Let's get back to normal.
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Addressing the impact of Trump administration tariffs on Ohio's economy and jobs.
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