Debbie Wasserman Schultz U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot
Debbie Wasserman Schultz U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, a longstanding member of the U.S. Congress representing Florida's 25th district since 2005, recently shared her views on trade tariffs and civil rights through social media posts. Schultz has been vocal about the impact of trade policies and the importance of civil rights advocacy.
On February 2, 2025, Rep. Wasserman Schultz criticized former President Trump's tariff policies, stating that "Trump’s reckless tariffs on Canada and Mexico guarantees higher prices for Americans." She also mentioned that @SpeakerJohnson and @HouseGOP support these measures while American families bear the financial burden.
Later that day, she expressed pride in participating in an event at FAMU Law School during Black History Month. In her tweet posted on February 2, 2025, she remarked "Proud to join @FAMULaw’s Scholarship Luncheon to honor Benjamin Lampkin Jr.’s legacy during #BlackHistoryMonth!" emphasizing the significance of continuing Attorney Lampkin's work amidst increasing challenges to diversity.
On February 3, 2025, Rep. Wasserman Schultz further addressed the repercussions of trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada due to Trump's tariffs. She noted "Thanks to Trump’s massive tariffs, Canada is hitting back with a tax on U.S. imports — raising prices on everything from orange juice to motorcycles." She highlighted how these developments adversely affect farmers and American families caught in what she describes as a "senseless trade war."
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