Gillibrand Statement On New Trump Tariffs On Household Furniture And Other Wood Products

Gillibrand Statement On New Trump Tariffs On Household Furniture And Other Wood Products

Sep 30, 2025

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement on the tariffs imposed by President Trump on imported lumber, timber, kitchen cabinets, and upholstered furniture:

"The cost of living for Americans is far too high, and President Trump is doubling down on that by imposing new tariffs on lumber, timber, and furniture. These tariffs will make the American dream of owning a home harder and more expensive for families across New York and make building and rehabilitating affordable housing more difficult. Their effects will be felt across the state, especially in regions like Western New York, whose economy relies heavily on trade with Canada. As construction costs and home prices are already surging and putting affordable housing out of reach for so many, these tariffs are just another needless tax on hardworking Americans and demonstrate that President Trump doesn't want to truly fight the cost-of-living crisis."

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