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Members press witnesses on tariffs after testimony that trade talks began before tariff announcements
Summary
Members pressed witnesses about the timing and impact of recent U.S. tariffs on India and an added tariff on Russian oil that raised the effective rate to 50%, with witnesses saying negotiations predated some announcements and members warning the policy has damaged trust.
Representative Sydney Kamlager‑Dove used her opening to criticize recent administration tariff and visa actions and to press witnesses on whether trade negotiations with India were already underway when the President announced tariffs. "Flush, flush, flush down the toilet...Singling out India for 50% tariffs...has effectively derailed leader level…
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