How President Trump’s tariff plans may impact Connecticut’s businesses and consumers

By Chloe Wynne,

Published February 10, 2025 at 7:15 AM EST

Sacks of Avocados are displayed for wholesale at the avocado market on February 6, 2025 in Tenancingo de Degollado, Mexico. Mexico supplies markets globally as the world's leading avocado producer. According to Mexican government, the country produces over 30% of the global harvest, with Michoacan and Jalisco being the only states allowed to export their product to the US. Estado de Mexico is the third producer and the main provider for the country's internal consumption.

President Trump has implemented tariffs on goods from China, and imports from Mexico and Canada may soon be affected as well.

This hour, we offer “tariffs 101” – a look into what tariffs are, why the Trump administration is advocating for them, and how consumers and businesses in Connecticut may be impacted.

We hear from business leaders across Connecticut on how they are preparing for upcoming changes. And, we explore how tariffs have impacted the U.S. economy in the past.

GUESTS:

Lisa Hagen: Federal Policy Reporter, CT Public and CT Mirror
Dr. Mohammad Elahee: Professor of International Business, Quinnipiac University
Wayne Pesce: President, CT Food Association
Chris Davis: Vice President of Public Policy, CBIA

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