Jake Goldstein-Street / Washington State Standard
Tariffs Could Cost Washington Billions
A new report warns Trump’s tariffs could raise grocery bills and energy costs while putting tens of thousands of Washington jobs at risk.
Washington’s grocery prices could grow more than 16% if President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs are allowed to continue, predicts a new state report. If a family now pays $6,000 per year on groceries, their spending could increase to about $7,000 in 2027 if the president’s signature import taxes remain in effect, according to the analysis…
Washington’s Food Banks Face a Crisis
Federal cuts and rising demand are forcing food banks across the state to reduce services, and brace for even greater need
Washington’s already-squeezed food bank system expects further pressure as an estimated 170,000 residents stand to lose food stamp benefits under the president’s tax cut law. Food banks already face high demand and difficult choices about how much they can stay open and what food they can hand out. Many are also burning through reserves they…
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