During a live interview on CNN, Steven Borrelli, the CEO of Cuts Clothing and a supporter of President Donald Trump, made a plea for more clarity and time for small businesses to adapt to the administration’s trade policies. He emphasized the importance of Trump sharing his plan regarding tariffs and giving businesses a 90-day off ramp to transition away from Chinese imports.
Borrelli expressed concerns that Trump’s tariffs could potentially lead to the extinction of many companies in the United States. As the head of an e-commerce business based in California that imports products from China through Mexico, he has already felt the impact of the tariffs and the uncertainty surrounding them.
While Borrelli supports the idea of bringing manufacturing back to the U.S., he highlighted the challenges that businesses face in quickly adapting to the changes. He stressed the need for a clear plan from Trump to help businesses navigate the shifting trade landscape.
Addressing Trump directly, Borrelli urged the president to provide more time for businesses to adjust and communicate a transparent plan. He emphasized the difficulties that small businesses, like Cuts Clothing, face in managing their operations amidst the current uncertainty.
Despite Trump’s initial claims that imposing tariffs would lead to favorable trade deals, no agreements have been reached thus far. Borrelli’s message to Trump echoed the sentiments of many small businesses struggling to navigate the challenges posed by the administration’s trade policies.
For the full interview, you can watch the video above.
