University of Illinois expert breaks down the connections between tariffs and inflation

“This is going to hit everywhere, and it’s going to have an impact on those grocery bills.”

Tariff developments have sparked consumer concerns over their grocery bills with many expected to see an increase in food prices.

Jonathan Coppess with the University of Illinois spoke with RFD-TV’s Suzanne Alexander about the relationship between grocery bills and inflation, the impact of tariffs, and purchasing habits.

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