Tariff talk: San Jose congressman gets earful from business leaders on economic fallout

PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP’S tariffs have begun to hit the economy, and one congressional lawmaker heard fear, frustration and anger from local businesses during his trip to San Jose. 

Rep. Jimmy Panetta, who sits on the House Subcommittee on Trade, introduced legislation to ensure Congress, not the Trump administration, decides who imposes broad tariffs. In partnership with the San Jose Chamber of Commerce, Panetta hosted a discussion Friday with local leaders and businesses to learn more about the impact of these new trade policies. Increased tariffs have already disrupted supply chains and increased costs on imported goods and materials.