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Trump's tomato tariff threatens free chips and salsa at restaurants
Original: Houston Public Media: Trump tomato tariffs could spell the end of free chips, salsa at restaurants The 17% tariff on Mex
A 17% tariff imposed by the Trump administration on Mexican tomato imports, combined with poor weather in Florida and Mexico, has driven up the price of salsa ingredients. Houston Public Media reports that many restaurants may stop offering complimentary chips and salsa as costs climb. The tariff ended a long-standing tomato trade agreement between the US and Mexico, and industry groups warn that smaller restaurants, in particular, may struggle to absorb the added expense.
Why now: The new tariff is raising ingredient prices, and people are discussing the everyday consequence of losing free chips and salsa at restaurants.
Donald TrumpHouston Public MediaMexicoUnited States
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