Texas Democrat agrees with Trump on tariffs and immigration

 The Federalist Wire:

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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for his return to the White House, one of his most discussed proposals is the imposition of tariffs on foreign nations, particularly Mexico, as a means to address critical issues such as immigration and the fentanyl crisis. His plan to use tariffs as a tool of negotiation has sparked debate, but some experts, including Texas Democrat Rep. Henry Cuellar, believe it could be an effective strategy to force foreign governments to the negotiating table.

Rep. Cuellar, who represents Texas’ 28th Congressional District, an area bordering Mexico, weighed in on Trump’s proposed tariffs during an interview on NewsNation. Cuellar, familiar with the intricacies of cross-border trade, pointed out that tariffs could create the leverage needed to compel Mexico to engage in meaningful discussions to solve the complex problems surrounding immigration and drug trafficking. “If it means a 25 percent tariff to potentially fix the border, would you favor that?” he was asked.

Cuellar responded, saying, “Well, let me put it this way: Laredo’s the largest port; we handle 40 percent of all the trade between the U.S. and Mexico. I know this is a way to negotiate, get some leverage. I know that Mexico will come to the table.” His acknowledgment of the economic power Mexico and the U.S. share in trade suggests that tariffs could have a significant impact on the Mexican government’s willingness to negotiate.

He also addressed the risks of a tariff war, noting that “nobody wants a 25 percent tariff on them” and recognizing that Mexico could retaliate with similar measures. However, Cuellar emphasized that the threat of tariffs could be a catalyst for the kind of negotiation needed to address pressing issues like illegal immigration and the flow of fentanyl across the border.
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Cuellar reminds me of the Democrats who were in power before Republicans became the dominant party.  In other words, he is a conservative.  As a former border resident, I remember those Democrats.  The Republican wave in Texas started with the election of John Tower to the Senate. Since that time Republicans have become the dominant power in Texas.  From the governor on down Texas has been electing Republicans. in most races.

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