Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick Statement on Sweeping Tariffs

Image April 2, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) issued the following statement on a series of sweeping tariffs announced by the Administration. “These across-the-board tariffs do absolutely nothing to bring down the cost of living for Florida households who are being stretched thin. Instead, they will mean the exact opposite — higher prices at a time of sky-rocketing costs. Tariffs will cause needless uncertainty for South Florida businesses unable to forecast and plan for trade wars that they have zero control over. “I also remain concerned that these tariffs will gravely undermine long-standing relationships with trading partners and threaten America’s standing with critical allies. Our adversaries are the ones who stand to gain here. “Plain and simple, these tariffs are a tax on South Florida families and fail to protect American jobs. I urge the Administration to pause before Floridians pay the price.” ### Issues : Economy