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Trump's Tariffs Strain Indiana Businesses and Jobs

5/21/2025

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Story summary

President Trump's tariffs are hitting Indiana businesses hard, raising costs for consumers and threatening job security. Economists warn that these policies could spark a recession. Meanwhile, U.S. Customs and Border Protection faces challenges in enforcing these tariffs, as understaffing and resource shortages enable companies to dodge taxes through smuggling.

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Story summary

President Trump's tariffs are hitting Indiana businesses hard, raising costs for consumers and threatening job security. Economists warn that these policies could spark a recession. Meanwhile, U.S. Customs and Border Protection faces challenges in enforcing these tariffs, as understaffing and resource shortages enable companies to dodge taxes through smuggling.