Krishnamoorthi Blasts Latest Trump Tariffs For Hiking Prices On Working Families And Sending Country Toward Recession

April 2, 2025 Press Release SCHAUMBURG, IL — Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi issued the following statement today in response to President Trump’s announcement of his “Liberation Day” tariffs: “Donald Trump's blanket tariffs are a tax on working families so that he can cut taxes for the wealthiest Americans. These latest so-called 'Liberation Day' tariffs are reckless and self-destructive, inflicting financial pain on Illinois at a time when people are already struggling to keep their small businesses afloat and put food on the table. Don’t listen to Trump – these do nothing to strengthen our economy or national security. These tariffs isolate the United States on the global stage, alienate our allies, and empower our adversaries – all while forcing America’s seniors and working families to bear the brunt of higher prices. I urge all Americans to join me in calling on President Trump to end his disastrous tariff policies before he sends our country into a recession.”