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The Guardian - US
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Lauren Aratani in New York

Two-thirds of Americans think Trump tariffs will lead to higher prices, poll says

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People carry shopping bags as they walk through SoHo on 30 October 2024 in New York City. Photograph: Michael M Santiago/Getty Images

Two-thirds of Americans think Donald Trump’s tariff plans will only add to rising costs if implemented, and many are planning purchases ahead of his inauguration anticipating higher prices, according to a Harris poll conducted exclusively for the Guardian.

Trump declared on Monday evening that he would impose 25% tariffs on all goods from Canada and Mexico, and an additional 10% on China, if they did not stop what he claimed was illegal immigration and fentanyl smuggling.

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