Tariffs have sparked intense debate in Washington, but their consequences land far from Capitol Hill. Tariffs can shape paychecks, shift prices for consumers, and affect markets. At best, tariffs offer short-term protection for certain industries. At worst, they can uproot the lives of American workers. In this episode, Why It Matters looks at what tariffs mean for a U.S. steel manufacturer and small business owner trying to stay afloat.

Featured Guests

Matthew P. Goodman, Distinguished Fellow and Director of the Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies, CFR

Jamie Sychak, President of United Auto Workers Local 3303

Debbie Hendrickx, Founder and CEO of Swell Gelato

For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at: https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/tariff-turmoil-part-2-steel-and-dog-gelato