Overview

• Nineteen Democratic representatives led by Deborah Ross and Ro Khanna asked President Trump to review policy and reverse duties on Indian goods.
• The letter says tariffs raised in late August to as high as 50%—a 25% reciprocal levy plus a 25% penalty tied to Russian oil—are hurting U.S. consumers and supply chains.
• Lawmakers warn the escalation is pushing New Delhi toward deeper engagement with China and Russia, undermining cooperation in the Quad.
• Members highlight that the U.S.–India economic relationship supports hundreds of thousands of jobs and provides key inputs across sectors from semiconductors to health care and energy.
• Signatories largely represent districts with sizable Indian‑American communities, and multiple reports note no Republican co‑signers.