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How Tariffs, Inflation, and the Government Shutdown Are Hurting Small Businesses

How Tariffs, Inflation, and the Government Shutdown Are Hurting Small Businesses

Update: 2025-10-31
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In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and Tommy Aiello dive into the biggest economic challenges facing America’s small businesses. They break down how the government shutdown, rising healthcare costs, and new tariffs on medical products are impacting Main Street. The conversation also covers inflation, trade policy, and the Federal Reserve’s decisions—and what they mean for entrepreneurs and job creators. Parker and Aiello discuss solutions to strengthen small business growth, reduce healthcare burdens, and restore transparency in Washington.

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How Tariffs, Inflation, and the Government Shutdown Are Hurting Small Businesses

How Tariffs, Inflation, and the Government Shutdown Are Hurting Small Businesses

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