What to know about $2K tariff dividend payment
A $2,000 tariff dividend check could reach middle- and lower-income Americans in 2026, though Supreme Court rulings and Congress may decide its fate.
What to know after the Supreme Court arguments over Trump’s tariffs
The Supreme Court appeared wary of Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose global tariffs, questioning whether he exceeded his authority under federal law.
Why higher tariffs on Canadian lumber may not be enough to stimulate long-term investments in US forestry
President Trump adds new tariffs on Canadian lumber to expand U.S. timber harvesting, aiming to reduce imports and strengthen domestic production.
Cold shoulder from Canada is costly for American distillers struggling with global trade tensions
American spirits exports dropped 85% to Canada and fell sharply worldwide as trade tensions and tariffs disrupt key markets for U.S. distillers.
Experts share thoughts on impact of tariffs on business operations, economy
Tariffs drive record U.S. revenue, yet Idaho small businesses face supply chain strains, financing hurdles, and rising costs amid economic shifts.
Hiring in the US slows, yet employers added solid 139,000 jobs in May
In Idaho, the unemployment data for May will not be released until June 20. In April, the state’s unemployment sat unchanged at 3.7%.
Planning a wedding is stressful. Couples and vendors now have to factor in tariffs
How much of the import taxes get passed down to consumers is up to florists, photographers, caterers and myriad other vendors and intermediaries, such as wholesalers.
Inflation cooled again last month as grocery and gas prices fell, few signs of tariff impact yet
The report suggests the tariffs haven't yet impacted the prices of many items.
Even some small Idaho businesses will feel tariff impacts
She will have to raise prices by a dollar or two on her items, which average about $50. But she’s also coming up with new ways to market her business like selling at a local festival and digitizing her patterns so she can sell them.
Confusion reigns after Trump exempts electronics from new tariff regime
And officials have also indicated that additional, sector-specific tariffs targeting electronics are on the way — all of which economists warn will raise costs and lead to higher prices for consumers.
MADE IN THE USA: What a Trump presidency could mean for domestic manufacturing
Post-election, Trump has promised to implement a 25% tariff on all products entering the country from Canada and Mexico, as well as an additional 10% tariff on goods from China, in addition to tariffs already in place. Canada, Mexico and China are the U.S.’s top suppliers, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.


















