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Democrats aim to turn Trump’s tariffs against GOP in campaigns for governor — Jonathan Hobbs | ChamberLight

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Democrats aim to turn Trump’s tariffs against GOP in campaigns for governor

Governor Hobbs is linking federal tariff policies to rising costs for Arizona residents to frame her Republican challengers.

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Published Mar 20, 2026

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Democrats are centering their 2026 gubernatorial campaigns on the economic impact of President Trump’s global tariffs, framing the levies as a "heavy tax" responsible for rising consumer costs. While Republicans shift focus to state-level affordability, the GOP faces internal pressure balancing party loyalty with local economic anxiety.