Senator Mullin Acknowledges Trump Tariffs Are a Tax on Consumers

The Oklahoma Republican defends tariffs as a strategy to open foreign markets despite admitting they burden U.S. consumers.

Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) described tariffs as a tax that will ultimately be paid by consumers during a CNN interview.
Mullin defended the tariffs, arguing they are a tool to secure access to foreign markets and establish reciprocal trade policies.
He emphasized the need for certainty in tax and trade policies to support businesses, citing his own background as a business owner.
The senator acknowledged the challenges tariffs pose to American businesses but maintained they are part of a broader economic strategy.
Mullin's remarks contrast with claims from the Trump administration, which has downplayed the consumer impact of tariffs.