More Than 150 House Members Sign Letter Opposing Auto Tariffs
More than 150 House members wrote to Larry Kudlow, seen as one of the free-traders in the White House, asking him to tell the president it would be a bad idea to impose tariffs or quotas in the auto industry.…
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Democrat and Ways and Means Committee member Rep. Terri Sewell led the letter. Sewell represents Alabama, which is home to Mercedes, Honda and Hyundai assembly plants. "American auto workers, parts suppliers and retailers, dealers, vehicle service providers, and millions of consumers depend on a healthy and competitive U.S. auto industry. As you know, this vital sector employs nearly four percent of our total private sector workforce and is a key engine that powers our economy," the May 8 letter said. "American auto manufacturers, parts suppliers and retailers, dealers, and vehicle service providers have not asked for and do not need protection. Tariffs on autos will raise prices for American consumers and lower demand, ultimately leading to decreased U.S. production, investment and employment." The letter was signed by Republicans and Democrats, including Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., who worked for General Motors for decades before running for Congress.