LAX Leader

Rep. Jimmy Gomez, serving California’s 34th district in the U.S. Congress, recently voiced concerns over economic policies via a series of tweets on April 3, 2025. His posts criticized the current state of the U.S. economy, highlighting the impact of former President Donald Trump’s actions and decisions supported by Congressional Republicans.

In his tweets, Gomez remarked on the economic challenges facing Americans in April 2025. He stated that "Americans are waking up to a new economic reality—higher prices, less certainty, and zero faith in our economic future. This is what happens when Donald Trump governs by ego, not economics—and Congressional Republicans enable him. (1/7)".

Gomez highlighted the detrimental effects of Trump's tariffs on various individuals and professions across Los Angeles. He tweeted, "Trump’s tariffs hurt the dad fixing his car in Boyle Heights, the server in Koreatown trying to make rent, the construction worker in Pico Union, and the LA small business downtown barely hanging on. (6/7)."

Further elaborating on the tariffs' impact, Gomez noted the strain on local businesses involved in the automotive sector, stating, "Trump’s tariffs on cars and auto parts will hit local dealerships and repair shops hard, with costs rising by thousands. Not to mention the 25% tariff on most foreign-made cars. (5/7)."