Kemp Warns Trump Tariffs Could Harm Small Businesses

President Trump's sweeping tariffs on Chinese and other foreign goods are drawing mixed reactions across the U.S., with concerns mounting about their economic and political impact. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp warned that prolonged tariffs could hurt small businesses, while SBA administrator Kelly Loeffler highlighted increased small business loans as a sign of ongoing optimism. Consumers are already feeling the pinch: the end of the 'de minimis' exemption means low-cost packages from China now face steep tariffs, significantly raising prices on popular online platforms like Temu and Shein. Some Americans, like one woman who shared her experience on social media, are facing unexpected costs on imported goods, arguing that tariffs ultimately burden consumers rather than companies. The Trump administration defends the policy as a move to protect American workers and combat issues like fentanyl smuggling, but even some Republicans acknowledge risks of temporary inflation and political backlash. Online retailers are responding by raising prices or steering customers toward domestic products, intensifying the debate over the broader economic consequences of the new tariffs.