Chamber of Commerce asks for tariff exclusions, warns of recession

US & North Country Chambers of Commerce urge tariff relief for small businesses

Both chambers cite the growing burden tariffs are creating on local retailers and the risk of economic downturn.

Kemp says Trump tariffs 'could be problematic' if left in place

SAVANNAH, Georgia — Gov. Brian Kemp (R-GA) warned of economic consequences for Georgia’s small businesses if the Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs aren’t lifted in the coming months. “All the tariffs, you know, I’m hopeful they don’t play out too long,” said Kemp, who was a home builder and developer before entering politics, during remarks to reporters at a workforce event in Rincon, Georgia, on Friday. “If it’s short-term, I think it’s g…

Former Indianapolis Mayor Ballard discusses measures to prevent stagflation

Ballard stagflation INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Concerns are rising over the potential for stagflation as slower economic growth and high unemployment continue to affect the U.S. economy. “Stagflation,” a condition characterized by stagnant economic growth and high inflation, is feared to be on the horizon due to current economic trends. On News 8 on Friday night, former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard discussed measures to prevent stagflation, emphas…

MilliporeSigma will add temporary tariff surcharges on products shipped to the U.S.

Millipore executives explained that the tariffs are “impacting our operations,” which include production and procurement costs.

The Chamber of Commerce calls on the Trump administration to exclude small businesses from tariffs, warning the risk of closures and recession

Have you heard any Mexicans calling for urgent help because of the impact of tariffs set by President Donald Trump? Contrary to what was expected, it is their own people who cry out for help: "We have heard of a historic number of small businesses that make it clear: they need immediate tariff relief," said Suzanne P. Clark, president of the powerful U.S. Chamber of Commerce.It's the same organization that regularly supports the political campai…