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Kentucky Leaders Rally Against Trump's Tariffs on Bourbon

3/15/2025

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Kentucky leaders, including Gov. Andy Beshear and Senators McConnell and Paul, oppose Trump's tariffs due to concerns for the bourbon industry.
The EU's proposed 50% tariff on American whiskey threatens exports and distillers like Brough Brothers.
Trade war uncertainties hinder business expansion as distillers look for new markets amid retaliatory actions.
Since 2018, the bourbon sector has lost $500 million in exports, leading to calls for negotiations.

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Kentucky leaders, including Gov. Andy Beshear and Senators McConnell and Paul, oppose Trump's tariffs due to concerns for the bourbon industry.
The EU's proposed 50% tariff on American whiskey threatens exports and distillers like Brough Brothers.
Trade war uncertainties hinder business expansion as distillers look for new markets amid retaliatory actions.
Since 2018, the bourbon sector has lost $500 million in exports, leading to calls for negotiations.