1. United States
2. Utah
3. Letter

As a resident of Utah and one of your constituents, I’m writing to urge you to take immediate action to reverse the harmful tariff policies recently announced by the administration. These tariffs are not just a Washington headline—they’re already destabilizing our economy and hitting everyday Utah families like mine where it hurts most: our retirement funds, our small businesses, and our future security. The fallout from these tariffs has triggered a massive sell-off of U.S. Treasuries, sent interest rates soaring, and caused the markets to plummet. I’m watching in real time as the investments my family has worked hard for—our retirement savings, our kids’ college funds, our rainy-day basket—lose value rapidly. This isn’t abstract fear; it’s the painful realization that years of careful planning could be wiped out by reckless economic policy. And it’s not just about Wall Street. My brother and sister-in-law just took a huge leap of faith and bought a greenhouse to start a small business. They’re hardworking, entrepreneurial, and exactly the kind of people who power Utah’s economy. But the instability caused by these tariffs—especially the retaliation they’re likely to provoke from trading partners—could crush their dream before it even gets off the ground. With rising interest rates, tighter credit, and disrupted supply chains, how are they supposed to survive? The bond market is flashing red, and the comparison to the UK’s 2022 economic collapse is chilling. Major foreign investors are pulling back, and we’re at risk of turning a trade war into a full-blown financial crisis. Even the Federal Reserve may not be able to contain the damage. I’m asking you—no, I’m begging you—to speak up and act. Utahns are pragmatic, family-oriented, and fiscally responsible. We expect the same from our leaders in Congress. Please don’t let short-sighted trade politics destroy our financial futures and the small businesses that make our communities strong. Stand up against these tariffs. Protect Utah families. Restore stability before more damage is done.