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What import and export data can tell us about the impact of Trump's tariffs

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The BLS data measures import prices before tariffs are applied, which can point to who might be absorbing the cost of the import taxes.

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President Donald Trump has proposed sending out $2,000 tariff dividends, but his plan faces legal obstacles.

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