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Governor Polis responds to President Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariff announcements

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COLORADO — Wednesday, April 2, was the day President Donald Trump deemed 'Liberation Day.'

President Trump announced from the White House that all trade partners will receive 10% tariffs on all imported goods.

Additionally, some countries like China will receive an extra 20% tax on goods.

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Trump announces new tariff policy on 'Liberation Day'

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Shortly after the announcement, Colorado Governor Jared Polis released his response to the announcement.

You can find his full statement below:

Governor Polis has been a vocal opponent of President Trump's tariffs, even raising the Canadian Flag at the state capitol on March 15 for the newly designated Colorado Canada Friendship Day.



Pueblo community honors 13-year-old Joeylin McDonald with lantern ceremony

Family and friends gathered at the Riverwalk in Pueblo to celebrate the life of 13-year-old Joeylin McDonald, who passed away last week in a tragic accident at a youth program.

Pueblo community honors 13-year-old Joeylin McDonald with lantern ceremony

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