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Berman Challenges Steil Over Tariffs’ Wisconsin Job Losses

9/4/2026

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Democratic nurse Mitchell Berman is challenging Republican incumbent Bryan Steil for Wisconsin’s House seat in the 2026 midterms.
Berman emphasizes his 20-year nursing career and union membership to claim working-class credibility.
A July 2026 report says tariffs eliminated 3,910 Wisconsin manufacturing jobs and added $1,095 annual cost to households.
Berman accuses Steil of defending tariffs championed by U.S. President Donald Trump, saying they raise voter costs.

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Democratic nurse Mitchell Berman is challenging Republican incumbent Bryan Steil for Wisconsin’s House seat in the 2026 midterms.
Berman emphasizes his 20-year nursing career and union membership to claim working-class credibility.
A July 2026 report says tariffs eliminated 3,910 Wisconsin manufacturing jobs and added $1,095 annual cost to households.
Berman accuses Steil of defending tariffs championed by U.S. President Donald Trump, saying they raise voter costs.