Utah businesses explore Mexico, prepare for impact of potential Trump tariffs

December 23, 2024

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Utah manufacturers and businesses are bracing and preparing for significant economic impacts as President-elect Donald Trump reiterates plans to impose steep tariffs on imports from China, Mexico and Canada.

The proposed tariffs aim to combat illegal immigration and stem the flow of fentanyl into the U.S., but tariffs could disrupt supply chains and increase production costs to manufacturers and businesses in Utah.