Some Michigan residents remain hopeful despite being hit hard by Trump's tariffs

NPR | By Michel Martin

Published October 27, 2026 at 4:48 AM EDT

Michigan households are paying the highest cost per household for the Trump administration's tariffs. For the voters paying the price, the issue isn't cut-and-dry.

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