Republicans avoid tariff rethink despite voter discontent with inflation

Republican lawmakers are avoiding any recalibration of their stance on tariffs, despite voter frustration over inflation and the cost of living revealed in this week’s elections.

While the Tuesday elections were held in blue states, the margins of victory for Democrats and exit polling indicated that many voters are dissatisfied with the state of the economy and inflation. Voters also believe that tariffs are exacerbating the situation, but few Republicans are denouncing them or calling for policy changes.