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Republicans Voice Concerns Over Tariffs and Impact on Retirees' Financial Security

With 55% of older Americans supporting Trump's tariffs despite market volatility, GOP faces a critical dilemma as they navigate potential political fallout ahead of upcoming elections.

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Republican Concerns Over Financial Impacts of Tariffs
People are going to look at their 401(k) statements. They did vote for President Trump and they voted for me. ... I’m just trying to figure out if they are going to feel good about this.
Thom Tillis
Republican Senator
Retirees have a long-term view of the stock market and their retirement accounts.
Scott Bessent
Treasury Secretary
Reuters
Navigating Political Consequences of Tariffs
Luckily, we're doing this far out from the midterms. The president's willing to go play the long game, and I think it will benefit the country.
Sean Spicer
Former White House Press Secretary
Trump's tariff policy will be a part of Democrats' campaign messaging as they aim to retake the House in 2026.
Suzan DelBene
Washington Representative
Usatoday
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Navigating Political Consequences of Tariffs

Luckily, we're doing this far out from the midterms. The president's willing to go play the long game, and I think it will benefit the country.
Sean Spicer
Former White House Press Secretary
Trump's tariff policy will be a part of Democrats' campaign messaging as they aim to retake the House in 2026.
Suzan DelBene
Washington Representative
Usatoday
Key Facts
  • Democratic Strategies are expected to leverage Trump's tariff policies to retake the House in future elections.Usatoday
  • Political Context leads Republicans to be cautious as they are left with potential voter discontent toward tariffs.Usatoday
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Background Context

Republican Concerns Over Financial Impacts of Tariffs

People are going to look at their 401(k) statements. They did vote for President Trump and they voted for me. ... I’m just trying to figure out if they are going to feel good about this.
Thom Tillis
Republican Senator
Retirees have a long-term view of the stock market and their retirement accounts.
Scott Bessent
Treasury Secretary
Reuters
Support for Tariffs Among Older Americans
55%
Reuters
Key Facts
  • Republicans are increasingly worried about the toll of tariffs on retirees and 401(k) values amid a market rout.Reuters
  • Senate Concern is growing as Thom Tillis acknowledges the potential backlash from constituents if tariffs hurt their finances.
  • Senator Ted Cruz warns of a political 'bloodbath' for Republicans if tariffs negatively impact the economy.Usatoday
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