Economics’ Sue Helper highlights tariffs’ role in protecting U.S. steel and trade negotiations
Cleveland dockworkers bearing the brunt of Trump tariffs
Cleveland Plain Dealer: Sue Helper, the Frank Tracy Carlton Professor of Economics at Weatherhead School of Management, said tariffs can protect U.S. steel but are also used by Trump to raise revenue and gain leverage in negotiations with other countries. Meanwhile, Cleveland dockworkers report sharply reduced hours amid declining steel imports and port activity.
