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Greg Stanton criticizes Trump's tariffs on Mexico and Canada

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Greg Stanton U.S. House of Representatives from Arizona | Official U.S. House Headshot

Greg Stanton U.S. House of Representatives from Arizona | Official U.S. House Headshot

Greg Stanton, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Arizona's 4th district, has expressed concerns over the impact of tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump on Mexico and Canada. These concerns were articulated through a series of tweets in early February 2025.

On February 1, 2025, Stanton tweeted: "Trump’s tariffs on Mexico and Canada will make your life more expensive." He highlighted the economic burden these tariffs could place on American consumers.

Continuing his critique, Stanton announced on February 2, 2025: "NEW: Tonight I sent a letter—cosigned by 42 of my colleagues—to @POTUS calling on him to immediately rescind the 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada. Here's the bottom line: these tariffs will hurt Americans already struggling with high prices and kill U.S. jobs." This tweet underscores his proactive approach in addressing the issue alongside fellow lawmakers.

A subsequent tweet from the same day simply stated: "More ", directing followers to additional information or context regarding his position and actions concerning the tariffs.

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