Ga. businesses caught in whiplash after court allows tariffs to remain in place
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A federal appeals court has ruled that President Donald Trump’s tariffs can remain in place after blocking them just 24 hours earlier.
Some Georgia businesses say the back-and-forth over tariffs is creating sleepless nights and financial uncertainty.
Angela Hawkins, owner of Bamblu, a company selling buttery soft pajamas and sheets, said the material, sourced from China, faces some of the highest tariffs.
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To avoid raising prices, she sought U.S.-based manufacturers but received quotes double what she previously paid.
“This is the last shirt,” Hawkins said, describing the struggle her business faces.
Hawkins now hopes the court rules that the President lacks the authority to impose the tariffs.
She has held off restocking inventory for months, losing customers due to shortages.
“My peace of mind, my financial stability, and all the other things that come with it, you know, are failing,” Hawkins said. “Courts should have no role here. Ultimately, the Supreme Court should put an end to this for the sake of the Constitution and the sake of the country.”
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Bamblu is one of 1.3 million small businesses in Georgia. After the interview, Hawkins ed a call with the National Retail Federation (NRF), the world’s largest retail trade federation, which is working with business owners to determine next steps.
On Thursday, the White House said the istration would address what it called “rogue judges” after the appeals court allowed the tariffs to stay in place for now.
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