Small businesses struggling with inflation amid Trump tariffs ahead of midterms

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Small businesses are facing challenges due to high inflation and tariff policies from the Trump administration as midterm elections approach. Despite these difficulties, a survey by the Chamber of Commerce reveals that 71% of small businesses report being in good health, though restaurants express particular hardship. Natalie Brand interviewed business owners who shared their concerns and desires for policy changes ahead of the election.
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Two weeks before Election Day in 2026, some small businesses are struggling due to high inflation and tariff policies implemented by the Trump administration. Despite this, a new survey from the Chamber of Commerce shows that 71% of small businesses consider themselves in good health. Restaurants have been particularly hard-hit, but other sectors report expansion efforts. Business owners expressed their desire for policy changes to address ongoing economic challenges.

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With two weeks to go until Election Day, some small businesses say they're struggling with high inflation and the Trump administration's tariff policies.
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With two weeks to go until Election Day, some small businesses say they're struggling with high inflation and the Trump administration's tariff policies. asserted
they → go → inflation
While restaurants say they've been hit especially hard, some other businesses say they're expanding. asserted
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In a new survey, 71% of small businesses told the Chamber of Commerce that they're in good health. asserted
they → tell → health
Natalie Brand spoke to business owners about what they'd like to see moving forward. asserted
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