Poll: 71% of Americans Say Tariffs Are Raising Prices Right Now
A new CBS News poll finds a broad majority of Americans believe tariffs are pushing up prices right now, adding to cost-of-living concerns.
According to the survey, 71% of U.S. adults say tariffs are raising prices. The view cuts across party lines, with 84% of Democrats, 74% of Independents, and 59% of Republicans agreeing.
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The poll was conducted in late October 2025 and reflects perceptions of current economic conditions, not official inflation data. Economists note that tariffs can increase costs for imported goods and materials, which may filter down to consumers through higher prices.
even as inflation has slowed, most Americans believe trade policy is adding to financial pressure — a sign that economic unease remains high heading into the months ahead.