Democrats aim to turn Trump’s tariffs against GOP in campaigns for governor
Governor Lombardo is balancing loyalty to the Republican trade agenda with local economic concerns over specific tariffs.
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Governor Lombardo is balancing loyalty to the Republican trade agenda with local economic concerns over specific tariffs.
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.
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