The White Home has criticized Amazon’s choice to show the price of tariffs imposed beneath President Trump’s commerce insurance policies alongside product costs, calling the transfer “hostile and political.” Officers argue the strategy might affect shopper conduct and body the tariffs in a destructive gentle.
“It is a hostile and political act by Amazon. Why didn’t Amazon do that when the Biden administration hiked inflation to the best ranges in 40 years?” press secretary Karoline Leavitt informed reporters on the White Home.
Amazon’s plan would make tariff-related prices extra seen to consumers, probably affecting buying selections. Different e-commerce platforms comparable to Shein and Temu have additionally responded to the tariffs by adjusting their pricing buildings—Temu just lately added an import charge at checkout.
Leavitt additionally pointed to a Reuters report alleging Amazon labored with a Chinese language propaganda outlet to censor consumer evaluations on its Chinese language web site, underscoring the administration’s emphasis on selling American-made items and bringing key industries again to the U.S.
Tensions between President Trump and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos proceed to simmer, as Bezos’ internet value has reportedly dropped by $30 billion this yr, partly because of the influence of tariff insurance policies.
Karoline Leavitt calls out Amazon for its pro-China coverage of including the price of Trump’s tariffs subsequent to their costs:
“Amazon partnered with a Chinese language propaganda arm. That is one more reason why People can buy American.” https://t.co/nbh2vojoXy
— Media Analysis Heart (@theMRC) April 29, 2025
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