Nearly a billion dollars. That’s how much Donald Trump’s narcissistic vanity project will reportedly cost. He should be refunding the working families he’s crushing with his tariffs. https://t.co/jL36xRv0sy

Notable Canada-US Trade Statements
Statements from U.S. political figures
LAST 48 HOURS
Statements posted Aug 31, 2026 to Sep 2, 2026 ET
9 of 60 statements confirmed by the Council; the rest are AI-classified and awaiting review
Governors, Senators, House members and other political figures. Administration, industry, media and non-political voices removed.
GOVERNORS
State leaders on costs, jobs and the Canada relationship
4 statements
Wisconsinites can’t eat foods they’re buying at the grocery store—while struggling to afford groceries as it is—because President Trump and Republicans are asleep at the wheel on food contaminants while their tariff taxes are causing prices to skyrocket and chaos for our farmers. https://t.co/Zsxfe5M40y
I held a roundtable today with Virginia cattlemen to discuss the Trump Administration’s recently announced plan to flood our market with foreign beef, how rising input costs are squeezing local producers, and the deep impacts of federal tariffs and continued conflict in the https://t.co/y8GjakY8IO
While Washington D.C. inflames a trade war with Canada, Michiganders are continuing to the pay the price. Higher costs. Increased uncertainty. Hardworking Michigan families fighting to get by. I've been consistent since day 1: these tariffs are reckless, and we deserve better. https://t.co/GU1zjbkD9J
U.S. SENATORS
Senate voices, Democratic and Republican
16 statements
In just one year, Trump’s tariff tax has cost the average family nearly $2,000. That's why I'm introducing the End Trump’s Tariff Tax Act that would end the pain of Trump's costly tariffs—including his latest tariffs on Canada. https://t.co/gJeaQy6X89
Last week, I sat down with Consul General of Canada Sylvie Bédard to discuss our shared commitment to strengthening the U.S.-Canada relationship amidst chaos coming out of Washington. Donald Trump’s across-the-board tariffs on Canada are raising costs for U.S. and Canadian https://t.co/I348JO6PME
Back-to-school shopping costs more this year thanks to Trump’s chaotic tariffs. Need notebooks and markers? Expect to spend $118 on supplies for each kid. Add clothes, books, and tech? $800+. Trump calls this “America First”? Give me a break.
NEWS: I'm introducing the End Trump’s Tariff Tax Act. This bill would revoke and refund Trump’s latest barrage of tariffs, and repeal the authorities he's used to continue his senseless trade war. https://t.co/7gfxBNsVng
As Trump doubles down on his trade war: inflation is raging, families are struggling, small businesses are closing. @SenateDems have fought Trump's tariffs at every turn, and we will fight to pass the End Trump Tariff Act to finally free Americans from his tariff tax.
“Lower prices on day one” has to be one of the most blatant and audacious lies ever told by a Presidential candidate in the history of this country. Georgia is now paying over $4,000 per household in tariffs. Outrageous.
Coloradans are sick of paying the tax for Trump’s tariffs. The President’s reckless economic agenda won’t get in the way of Colorado and Canada’s partnership. https://t.co/zh1pYsxK8g
As Donald Trump keeps hiking up tariff taxes and igniting trade wars with our allies, here’s a reminder of what that means for Nevadans: https://t.co/8NoPgbWQAe
Trump’s senseless trade war is nothing short of economic arson—no business can plan around Trump’s unpredictable tariffs, American credibility is shot, and costs are up. Republicans are afraid to stand up to Trump, but Democrats aren't. Stop Trump's tariffs NOW! https://t.co/ij0TzsHWxS
Diesel is up almost 50% since the war in Iran. The cost of fertilizer is soaring. Donald Trump’s reckless war of choice and illegal tariffs have done nothing but hike up costs for our farmers and ranchers.
Thanks to Donald Trump and Washington Republicans’ cost-raising tariffs and war in Iran, Americans are spending more on nearly everything: https://t.co/BuHiOdHRVL
Trump’s tariffs are costing the average family $2,000. The fastest thing we can do to lower your costs is get rid of them. I’m proud to introduce legislation today that would revoke and refund Trump’s latest tariffs, letting you keep more of your hard-earned money.
HOUSE MEMBERS & COMMITTEES
House voices on costs, jobs and the Canada relationship
40 statements
The trade war hurts working families and businesses across the country. That’s why I support the BAD DEAL Act, which would reverse the counterproductive 50% tariffs on Canada and refund the duties to American businesses. https://t.co/Ph5FYjKTmG
Trump’s backwards trade war with Canada is bad for businesses, workers, farmers, and consumers on both sides of the border. I’m fighting to reverse course on his chaotic and harmful tariffs in every way I can, through legislation and in the courts. https://t.co/Yga120Wr7Z
Canada is one of New Hampshire’s most important economic partners — and President Trump’s chaotic trade war is costing us big time, hurting small businesses, disrupting supply chains, and putting good American jobs at risk. We need a stable, strong U.S.-Canada relationship that works for Granite Staters.
Trump’s trade war with Canada is unnecessary, stupid and costing YOU money by raising prices. I am joining 87 other Members of Congress calling on the president to end this trade war immediately. https://t.co/L6rMHXfRVy
It's a national embarrassment that one of our closest allies doesn’t think President Trump can come to the negotiating table as an adult. These tariffs aren’t doing anything to lower costs or keep American businesses competitive. It’s time for real leadership. https://t.co/0f5pNLH3P2
I don’t often agree with the Wall Street Journal editorial page, but they get it right here: Trump’s tariffs on Canada are a self-inflicted economic wound. Worth noting: excluding Canadian oil—the one import Trump is desperate to keep flowing—the United States would actually
Starting trade wars with our closest neighbors isn’t an economic strategy. It’s a mess that American workers and families end up paying for. So I wrote a letter to President Trump with a pretty simple message: Stop picking fights with Canada that hurt Americans.
Honored to join Rep Dina Titus in Nevada last week. Tariffs are hurting Americans in Nevada and across the country. Most of the US cannot grow the coffee plant (with exception of Kona coffee in Hawaii). That means tariffs on coffee increase prices on Americans for no reason. https://t.co/4kOA7aPhe7
Honored to join Rep Dina Titus in Nevada last week. Tariffs are hurting Americans in Nevada and across the country. Most of the US cannot grow the coffee plant (one exception is Kona coffee in Hawaii). That means tariffs on coffee increase prices on Americans for no reason. https://t.co/4kOA7aPhe7
Let’s not forget, Canada had this treatment while SIMULTANEOUSLY discriminating against American dairy producers and digital service providers. The days of Canada benefitting from a one-sided trade relationship are OVER. It’s simple: treat all Americans fairly or pay the price. https://t.co/vhEfGhjazc
As Michiganders struggle to afford gas, groceries, or healthcare, they are also picking up the tab for Trump's tariffs. Michigan's economy has taken a $23 BILLION hit because of these tariffs. That's an average of almost $6,000 per household. And it’s more than any other state.
America first? Trump's policies are anything but. At a time when homeownership is still out of reach for most, his tariffs and anti-affordable housing legislation are making it harder than ever to live the American dream. https://t.co/SGUdRO5n6U
ADDITIONAL SENATORS
4 more
Trump promised to lower inflation, but because of his policies, New York families have had to pay $5,000 MORE for the absolute basics — like housing, healthcare, groceries, and gas. His endless wars and tariffs are taxing working households at every turn. We can't afford his https://t.co/FHOHREyKGd
Marmon Utilities has been manufacturing innovative power cables in Milford for decades. I toured its facility to see its work firsthand and hear how rising costs and tariffs are creating new challenges for manufacturers. https://t.co/qVjGGPoPPr
Gas in Hawaii is over $5 a gallon. And what is Trump doing about it? Building a $600 million ballroom. Spending $39+ billion on an illegal war Coating horse statues in DC in gold Starting a trade war with Canada Refurbishing a private jet from Qatar Constructing a $250 million
It’s time to stop taxing Americans at the border and provide working families relief from President Trump’s destructive tariffs. Repealing the outdated trade laws this Administration is abusing is the best way to end these senseless trade wars before they cause irreparable damage
ADDITIONAL HOUSE MEMBERS
28 more
As summer turns to fall, the: -Cost of gas is up -Cost of groceries are up -Cost of utilities through the roof What is the Administration doing to address it? -Starting a 50% tariff trade war with Ohio's largest trading partner, Canada -More bombing -Campaign barnstorming
The average household has had to pay $3,800 more since Trump took office. His costly tariffs, illegal war, and healthcare cuts are driving up prices everywhere you look. Democrats are ready to act. We need to suspend the gas tax and cut off all funding for Trump’s war in
Tariffs can be a tool in the toolbox, but Trump's tariffs are doing nothing but raising costs and creating uncertainty for Americans. From the auto industry, to tourism, and everything in between--this administration is leaving work people behind. https://t.co/hAuT2eFQwr
“Canada’s Chamber of Commerce said Kansas City would be among the top 3 cities in America hurt by a U.S.-Canada trade war.” Reckless trade wars do nothing but raise costs, kill jobs, and crush manufacturing—which is the opposite of what Americans want. https://t.co/GQltWDAIZq
Do you know who the biggest loser is in Trump's wars? The American consumer. His illegal war with Iran has spiked fuel and energy prices; His tariff wars against many of our closest allies have driven up the cost of everything from groceries to building supplies. Who could have https://t.co/vW8DGRdjaa
Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada will hurt WA families & small businesses. The president’s reckless tariffs are raising prices when people are already struggling to make ends meet. Congress could stop this economic chaos & repeal these tariffs, but Republicans lack
Thanks to the policies of Donald Trump and his Republican allies in Congress, the average family has had to spend an additional $3,800+ since Trump took office—on housing, energy costs, groceries, and health care. Trump's tariffs and his war with Iran aren't helping one bit. https://t.co/qwbvzcNfd0
Trump’s tariffs on Canada are taxes on Americans. And Illinois gets hit twice: higher prices for consumers and retaliatory tariffs on our exports. Illinoisans are fed up with paying the price for Trump’s trade wars. https://t.co/GGksmNZQ1H
President Trump’s new reckless, chaotic tariffs against Canada are already hurting American farmers, small businesses, and consumers. A trade war with one of our closest allies and trade partners is the last thing Americans want or need. Today, I joined @RepDebDingell's effort
Trump’s tariffs have cost Jersey families an additional $4K a year. Every time you pay more for everyday goods like food, toilet paper, auto parts, or medical supplies, you can thank Trump's tariffs. He's raising taxes on New Jersey families through the back door and calling it a
People are struggling even more because tariffs are raising prices on nearly everything. End the tariffs and stop the dumb trade wars. https://t.co/9ZclqYl2oG
The number one issue I hear from Rhode Islanders is the cost of living is too high. The solutions are simple: end the war, end the tariffs, fight corporate greed. https://t.co/q5m6OGmfZ0
I said what I said. We absolutely must support Ukraine and punish Russia for its invasion. But why the fuck would we give Trump more power to tariff whatever country he's currently mad at and drive up costs further for working families? https://t.co/nI0tsZZp9h
America consumes more chips than anyone on Earth. Slapping tariffs on them doesn’t punish China, it punishes the American consumer. We are in the fight of our lifetime for technological dominance. Build the chips here. Keep costs down. Out-innovate, out-produce, outcompete the https://t.co/w5xajZPzui
I am proud to lead a letter to Pres Trump opposing his decision to import 300k tons of foreign, contaminated beef. From tariffs and fertilizer to high diesel prices, labor challenges and mealybug, Florida’s ranchers have faced a multitude of challenges. We will continue to stand https://t.co/GyEZyMU3bB
Since last year, reckless tariff policies have cost the average Kansas household $1,515. I'm working on policies that bring costs down for hardworking families, not raise them even more. https://t.co/JmY0bMZdaf
While kids start a new school year, Trump's petty tariffs on Canada will increase the price of school supplies by 50%. His war in Iran is keeping gas prices high. His deregulation has led to countless food items being recalled. Yet he chooses to focus on renaming a lake. This is https://t.co/sru6w7sCKg
I voted for a bipartisan continuing resolution today to keep the federal government operating through December 11th because Americans deserve certainty that the government services they rely on will be there for them. President Trump’s disastrous tariffs on allies like Canada and his unlawful war in Iran are continuing to drive up costs for the American people. Americans cannot afford a government shutdown on top of President Trump’s failure to address the rising cost of living. Senate Republican leadership have also let Americans down by failing to release and advance any of their Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations bills. The House has done its job and advanced all twelve Appropriations bills through committee. I urge my colleagues in the Senate to complete their Appropriations work and then come to the negotiating table so that we can deliver a bipartisan funding package that truly invests in the needs of the American people.
While the administration’s tariff taxes and disastrous war in the Middle East are raising grocery prices, their cuts to the federal workforce are also making our food less safe. A disaster all-around. https://t.co/usZSXpVHCD
Yesterday, we came together on a bipartisan basis to keep our government open through December 11. Now, Congress must get back to work on the challenges facing Americans — lowering costs, ending unnecessary tariff wars, addressing the war with Iran, and passing a strong Farm https://t.co/OjPteLNqR4
Consumers paid the price of illegal tariffs and now corporations are getting the refunds. $160 billion should be going back to working families and workers. We need to make sure the people who are actually getting what they need as costs continue to rise.
Proud to lead a letter to President Trump opposing his decision to import 300k tons of foreign, contaminated beef. From tariffs and fertilizer to high diesel prices, labor challenges, and mealybug, Florida’s ranchers have faced a multitude of challenges. We will continue to https://t.co/z8pL2Txx0N
Donald Trump is spending over a million of taxpayer dollars to renovate a bowling alley, while families are drowning in high prices caused by his tariff-taxes and his war of choice that's driven up gas prices… https://t.co/iLXEnkIHMr
U.S. wine exports to Canada fell 78% last year, a $357 million loss in export value, while Québec’s restrictions cut off a market for American wine worth hundreds of millions. I led a bipartisan group of California lawmakers in urging Québec to lift those restrictions. California wineries, Québec businesses, and consumers on both sides of the border shouldn’t have to pay the price for the President’s unnecessary trade war. https://t.co/khtS9ANUwX
I voted for a bipartisan continuing resolution today to keep the federal government operating through December 11th because Americans deserve certainty that the government services they rely on will be there for them. President Trump’s disastrous tariffs on allies like Canada and his unlawful war in Iran are continuing to drive up costs for the American people. Americans cannot afford a government shutdown on top of President Trump’s failure to address the rising cost of living. Senate Republican leadership have also let Americans down by failing to release and advance any of their Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations bills. The House has done its job and advanced all twelve Appropriations bills through committee. I urge my colleagues in the Senate to complete their Appropriations work and then come to the negotiating table so that we can deliver a bipartisan funding package that truly invests in the needs of the American people.
I’ll be joining Bianca Across the Nation at 12:40 PM to discuss trade negotiations with Canada and how the House GOP is fighting the rise of socialism. Make sure to tune in to @Newsmax. https://t.co/eqzibRPE1M
@HenryBrownMD I’m going to assume you are saying this in good faith. The way tariffs work is that the American importer pays the tariffs, not the foreign countries. Please do some research and I’m happy to keep on discussing this topic with you.
I recently visited the factory behind @CleanMeliora products. They’re changing the game by putting sustainability at the forefront of their innovation. We need to stop the tariff trade war and bring down prices to help businesses like theirs! https://t.co/SK6eig1aKQ
By the numbers
Statements posted Aug 31, 2026 to Sep 2, 2026 ET
GOP signals in this period
- Richard McCormick, GA (R)