U.S. Inflation

U.S. Congress

30 days

Summary

members
71
Narrative Items
103
Bottom Line Up Front

71 members in U.S. Congress are amplifying 103 narrative items relating to the narrative of President Trump's tariffs. These narratives highlight the tension between protecting U.S. manufacturing and the potential economic fallout, including trade wars and inflation. The bipartisan criticism reflects concerns over the broader implications for international relations and domestic stability.

Reviewing a number of the most relevant narrative items indicates that different media sources are presenting President Trump's announcement of new tariffs in significantly varied lights. CNN characterizes the tariffs as a reckless escalation, emphasizing the potential for a "trade war" through emotionally charged language, portraying the actions as detrimental to both consumers and manufacturers. In contrast, Fox News frames the tariffs positively, highlighting Trump's intent to protect American jobs and stimulate local production, employing assertive language such as "rescue" and "empower" to evoke a sense of nationalism and urgency. The New York Times takes a more neutral approach, presenting a balanced view that outlines both the potential benefits for American manufacturing and the considerable risks, using straightforward language without heavy emotional undertones. Meanwhile, Bloomberg focuses on the economic implications, using analytical language and framing the tariffs as a gamble that could stir international backlash and impact inflation. By examining these portrayals, it becomes clear that while some sources amplify the negative consequences through hyperbolic expressions, others emphasize the perceived positive outcomes, reflecting their underlying biases. The stark contrast in these narratives illustrates the complex landscape of media reporting on significant economic policies.

About This Module

The U.S. Congress module tracks the official blogs, video channels, and social media accounts of all United States senators and representatives.

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Geospatial

This map shows narrative amplification activity by sources in this module. Red indicates origin, yellow is destination.
Origin
Destination
The narrative initially emerged from Austin, headed for Austin. As it spread, the most frequent origin shifted to Sacramento, and the most frequent destination shifted to Washington. There are a total of 41 points of origin, and 42 destinations. Hide details...
23 Mar 2025: Austin ▸ Austin
24 Mar 2025: Austin ▸ Washington
24 Mar 2025: Boston ▸ Boston
24 Mar 2025: Austin ▸ New York
24 Mar 2025: San Diego ▸ San Diego
25 Mar 2025: Rolla ▸ Washington
25 Mar 2025: Des Moines ▸ America
25 Mar 2025: Lansing ▸ Lansing
25 Mar 2025: Washington ▸ Richmond
26 Mar 2025: Boston ▸ Washington
27 Mar 2025: New York ▸ Washington
27 Mar 2025: Sacramento ▸ Los Angeles
28 Mar 2025: Baton Rouge ▸ Baton Rouge
28 Mar 2025: Austin ▸ Austin
28 Mar 2025: Madison ▸ Minneapolis
28 Mar 2025: Washington ▸ Washington
28 Mar 2025: Rolla ▸ Washington
28 Mar 2025: Rochester ▸ New York
29 Mar 2025: Providence ▸ Washington
31 Mar 2025: Salem ▸ Washington
31 Mar 2025: Sacramento ▸ Paducah
01 Apr 2025: Houston ▸ Austin
01 Apr 2025: Upper Moreland ▸ Harrisburg
01 Apr 2025: Tallahassee ▸ Washington
01 Apr 2025: Philadelphia ▸ Washington
01 Apr 2025: New York ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: Tallahassee ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: Rochester ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: Houston ▸ Toronto
02 Apr 2025: Houston ▸ Olympia
02 Apr 2025: Olympia ▸ Washington
02 Apr 2025: Atlanta ▸ Atlanta
02 Apr 2025: Jefferson City ▸ Kansas City
03 Apr 2025: Richmond ▸ Washington
03 Apr 2025: New York ▸ America
03 Apr 2025: Austin ▸ Washington
04 Apr 2025: Memphis ▸ Washington
04 Apr 2025: Frankfort ▸ Washington
04 Apr 2025: Sacramento ▸ Sacramento
04 Apr 2025: Richmond ▸ West Palm Beach
05 Apr 2025: Trenton ▸ Westwood
05 Apr 2025: Rochester ▸ New York
05 Apr 2025: Santa Clara ▸ Des Moines
06 Apr 2025: St. Paul ▸ St. Paul
06 Apr 2025: Providence ▸ Newport
06 Apr 2025: San Diego ▸ Washington
07 Apr 2025: Sacramento ▸ Washington
07 Apr 2025: Washington ▸ Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte
07 Apr 2025: Denver ▸ Denver
07 Apr 2025: Tallahassee ▸ Tallahassee
07 Apr 2025: Tampa ▸ Greenville
07 Apr 2025: Sacramento ▸ Albany
08 Apr 2025: Rolla ▸ Houston
08 Apr 2025: Salem ▸ Gresham
08 Apr 2025: Nashville ▸ Nashville
08 Apr 2025: Madison ▸ Milwaukee
08 Apr 2025: Boston ▸ Washington
08 Apr 2025: Jefferson City ▸ Washington
08 Apr 2025: New York ▸ Washington
08 Apr 2025: Cheyenne ▸ Cheyenne
09 Apr 2025: Boston ▸ Washington
09 Apr 2025: Frankfort ▸ Charleston
09 Apr 2025: Takoma Park ▸ Washington
09 Apr 2025: Indianapolis ▸ Columbia City
09 Apr 2025: New York ▸ Washington
10 Apr 2025: Boston ▸ Boston
10 Apr 2025: Harrisburg ▸ Washington
10 Apr 2025: Jefferson City ▸ Washington
10 Apr 2025: Washington ▸ Washington
10 Apr 2025: Council Bluffs ▸ Wahoo
10 Apr 2025: Austin ▸ Washington
11 Apr 2025: Springfield ▸ Washington
11 Apr 2025: Salt Lake City ▸ Washington
14 Apr 2025: Houston ▸ Washington
14 Apr 2025: Washington ▸ Washington
14 Apr 2025: Rochester ▸ New York
14 Apr 2025: San Diego ▸ Washington
15 Apr 2025: Baton Rouge ▸ America
15 Apr 2025: Tallahassee ▸ Washington
15 Apr 2025: Jefferson City ▸ Jefferson City
15 Apr 2025: Boston ▸ Washington
15 Apr 2025: New York ▸ New York
15 Apr 2025: El Paso ▸ Washington
16 Apr 2025: Des Moines ▸ Washington
16 Apr 2025: Sacramento ▸ Sacramento
16 Apr 2025: Phoenix ▸ Norfolk
17 Apr 2025: Frankfort ▸ Washington
17 Apr 2025: Albany ▸ Chicago
17 Apr 2025: Tallahassee ▸ Tallahassee
18 Apr 2025: Des Moines ▸ Des Moines
18 Apr 2025: Providence ▸ London
18 Apr 2025: Trenton ▸ Washington
18 Apr 2025: Rolla ▸ Washington
18 Apr 2025: Sacramento ▸ Chicago
19 Apr 2025: Raleigh ▸ Raeford
19 Apr 2025: Raleigh ▸ Raleigh

Members

Members by Type
Members of these types represent most of the amplification activity around this narrative
members by Volume
These members are amplifying the most items involved in this narrative. Click to see details of each member's narrative activity.
Top members
Day-by-day volumetric activity of members amplifying the most items around this narrative
Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY)
5% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)
4% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
Joe Morelle (D-NY)
4% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
Eric Burlison (R-MO)
4% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
Ted Cruz (R-TX)
3% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI)
3% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
Edward Markey (D-MA)
3% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
Mark Warner (D-VA)
3% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
John Kennedy (R-LA)
2% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
Rand Paul (R-KY)
2% of the items in this brief were amplified by this member.
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Top Items

These narrative items are the most relevant and/or the most amplified. Click to see details and suggested messages.
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Entities

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These entities are mentioned most frequently in the narratives highlighted in this brief. Click to see details of narrative activity related to each one.
Organizations
Democratic Party
Political party in the US that has criticized Trump's tariff policies.
Republican Party
Political party in the US, with some members expressing concern over the tariffs.
Technologies
Tariff Policy
Economic policy tool used to regulate trade by imposing taxes on imports.
Companies
US Manufacturing
Sector that may benefit from increased tariffs on foreign imports.
Events
Tariff Announcement
President Trump's announcement of new tariffs on imports from China and the EU.
People
Donald Trump
45th President of the United States, known for his controversial policies and trade tariffs.
Organizations
Democratic Party
Political party in the US that has criticized Trump's tariff policies.
Republican Party
Political party in the US, with some members expressing concern over the tariffs.
Technologies
Tariff Policy
Economic policy tool used to regulate trade by imposing taxes on imports.
Companies
US Manufacturing
Sector that may benefit from increased tariffs on foreign imports.
Events
Tariff Announcement
President Trump's announcement of new tariffs on imports from China and the EU.
People
Donald Trump
45th President of the United States, known for his controversial policies and trade tariffs.

Context

The announcement of significant tariffs by President Trump reflects a broader strategy to protect and revitalize U.S. manufacturing, which has faced challenges from globalization and competition, particularly from China and the European Union. Demographically, the U.S. workforce has been shifting, with manufacturing jobs declining over the decades, leading to economic dislocation in many communities. The tariffs aim to address these concerns by making imported goods more expensive, potentially encouraging consumers to buy domestically produced items.

Economically, while the intention is to boost U.S. manufacturing, the tariffs could lead to increased prices for consumers and businesses reliant on imported goods, contributing to inflation. This economic strain may disproportionately affect lower-income households, which spend a larger share of their income on goods that could see price increases. Politically, the tariffs have sparked a divide within the Republican Party, with some members fearing the negative economic impact and potential retaliation from trade partners.

Geographically, the U.S. is in a unique position, with vast resources and a diverse economy, but it is also heavily integrated into global supply chains. The imposition of tariffs could disrupt these networks, affecting not only U.S. companies but also international allies who may respond with their own tariffs, leading to a trade war that could have far-reaching consequences.

From a national security perspective, economic stability is crucial. Trade wars can strain international relations and undermine alliances, which are vital for addressing global security challenges. As countries prepare countermeasures, the potential for escalating tensions increases, complicating diplomatic efforts and impacting global stability.
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