House Democrat indicates he’d vote to protect Trump tariffs
Democratic Rep. Jared Golden of Maine has expressed his support for President Trump’s tariff plan, indicating that he would vote to protect the economic measure if legislation seeking to kill it were to be introduced in the House.
In a conversation with Axios, Golden voiced concerns that Trump may ultimately give in to pressure and abandon the tariff plan. He emphasized the importance of maintaining faith and political will in implementing the tariffs, stating, “My biggest worry is that they’re going to do this and lose faith and political will and back away.”
Addressing the mixed reaction from the stock market regarding the tariff plan, Golden pointed out that the majority of Americans do not have investments in the stock market, highlighting the broader impact of the tariffs on the general population.
Trump’s announcement of a 10% baseline duty on all imports to the U.S. and additional tariffs on countries with high tariffs on American exports has sparked debate and division among Democrats. Golden expressed disappointment in the lack of support from fellow Democrats for the tariff proposal, noting a shift in the party’s stance on trade deals and free trade agreements.
When asked about Rep. Greg Meeks’ bill to remove Trump’s tariffs, Golden firmly stated his opposition, indicating that he would vote against such a measure.
As one of the few House Democrats in favor of the tariff plan, Golden criticized his colleagues for their strong opposition, suggesting that the party’s stance on trade issues has evolved over time. He highlighted the importance of appealing to working-class Americans and criticized the party for rejecting the tariff proposal.
In contrast, Rep. Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania expressed staunch opposition to the tariffs in a video posted online, reflecting the varying viewpoints within the Democratic Party on the issue.
Golden and other lawmakers continue to debate the implications of Trump’s tariff policy, with differing opinions on the effectiveness and consistency of the administration’s trade strategy. The ongoing discussions underscore the complex nature of trade policy and the diverse perspectives within Congress.
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