So… tariffs are here. Markets are rattled. Prices are creeping up. And how did TX-3 Congressman respond? You guessed it, with a tweet.
Not just any tweet—Rep. Keith Self proudly shared Trump’s “Liberation Day” speech without a single mention of what this could mean for families, workers, or small businesses in TX-3. Just a rubber stamp of support while people here are left to figure it out on their own.
While we wait for our representative to offer more than a social media post, here’s what the rest of us can actually do to prepare.
🛒 For Families: Stretch Those Dollars Like It’s 2020 Again
I know, right? Thought we voted against inflation? Well, here comes another round. With prices on everything from groceries to gadgets projected to rise—thanks to Trump’s tariffs and Rep. Self’s full-on support—it’s time to tighten the belt (again), shop smart, and stay local when you can.
- Budget Check: If you’ve been coasting, now’s the time to pay attention. Tariffs hit imports, and that trickles down fast.
- Buy Local: The best way to dodge the price hikes? Keep your money in the community. Farmers markets, local stores, and Texas-made products will go further.
- Delay Big Buys: If your car or appliances still work, maybe hold off. Prices could spike fast, especially on imported goods.
🧑💼 For Small Business Owners: You’re Basically on Your Own
You survived COVID, labor shortages, and expense hikes that felt like ransom. Well, buckle up—because here comes another hit, this time courtesy of Trump and his ever-loyal Rep. Self. And here’s the kicker: no relief fund, no aid package—just higher costs and a chorus of promises that it’ll all work out, even as the warning signs pile up.
- Review Your Supply Chain: If you import, check where your vulnerabilities are now. Can you buy local? Can you pivot suppliers?
- Call Your CPA: This is not the time to DIY your finances. There may be tax strategies or early planning moves to soften the hit.
- Be Upfront with Customers: If prices go up, be real about why. Most people understand. Better to communicate than quietly lose ground.
📣 For Everyone: Be Loud, Be Local, Be Real
If your elected officials are going to co-sign policies that mess with your paycheck, they should hear from you.
- Call Rep. Self’s Office: Tell them how this is affecting your business or your family. Here’s how to find your rep.
- Stay Informed: Tariffs and trade policy aren’t always headline news—but they have real-world consequences. Stick with credible, local coverage like TX3DNews.
- Support Your Community: Local businesses are going to feel the squeeze first. Shop small. Tip big. Tell your neighbors what’s going on.
🧾 Final Word: We Deserve More Than a Retweet
These tariffs are a big swing with serious local consequences. But instead of a plan, or even an acknowledgment of the risks, we get slogans and social media cheerleading.
Someone’s going to pay the price. It might be the family in Allen who can’t stretch the grocery budget. Or the business in McKinney that can’t afford new equipment. Or the retail worker in Plano whose hours get cut because prices scared off customers.
This isn’t about scoring points. It’s about leadership. And right now, TX-3 is being asked to take a hit without a safety net and without a plan.
We’re not asking for miracles. We’re asking for accountability. We deserve more than a tweet.
📬 Got thoughts on how this is hitting your home or business? Email us at [email protected] or tag us using #TX3TariffWatch
