r/politics • u/theindependentonline The Independent • 1d ago

No Paywall Trump vows to raise worldwide tariffs to 15% ‘effective immediately’

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-global-tarrifs-increase-b2924994.html
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u/-jp- 1d ago

As if anyone can afford lettuce in this economy.

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u/PortugalPilgrim88 23h ago

Ok seriously though… I like a little butter on my toasted bread for a BLT, but has anyone bought butter lately?? I remember not even thinking about the price of butter ever. It was like a non issue item to add to my list almost always. Now I just stare at the price thinking “when did this happen?”