1. United States
2. Mich.
3. Letter

Economic Sabotage in North America: Demand Immediate Legislative Intervention Against Tariffs The recent imposition of sweeping tariffs on Canadian goods is a disastrous policy that directly harms American businesses and consumers. Treating our closest neighbor, vital trading partner, and strategic ally like an adversary is an act of sheer policy negligence that inflates prices, disrupts integrated supply chains, and harms domestic industries. This aggressive trade posture alienates a key diplomatic partner while accomplishing nothing to bolster long-term economic strength. Retaliatory measures from Canada will inevitably follow, placing unnecessary financial strain on American workers and agricultural producers who depend on cross-border commerce. Furthermore, the diplomatic representation executing these policies—specifically Ambassador Pete Hoekstra—fails to project the competence or stability required to navigate delicate international relations. Aligning with inflammatory, protectionist rhetoric rather than constructive negotiation undermines American credibility abroad and damages our standing with key international allies. Congress cannot remain passive while erratic trade mandates undermine our economy. You must exercise your constitutional oversight over trade policy immediately, reign in these self-destructive tariffs, and demand diplomatic representation that prioritizes economic reality and strategic partnership over destructive posturing.