Study: Trump Admin Granted Tariff Exemptions to Republican Donors
A study reveals a troubling correlation between political donations to the Republican Party and the likelihood of US firms receiving tariff exemptions, suggesting that the process is politically influenced. This exemption approval, which can provide years of financial benefits to companies, appears to favor those who support the Republican Party over those supporting Democrats. Researchers express concern that this politicization undermines the intended impartiality of the tariff exemption process. The reappointment of key personnel within the US trade representative’s office further suggests that this pattern may continue.
John Q. Hosedrinker