The Trump administration’s new tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico have sparked economic and political turbulence, while Jennifer Sey’s XX-XY Athletics has emerged as a lightning rod in the debate over women’s sports. Here’s the latest:
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The 25% tariffs on Canada/Mexico and 20% on China—the highest U.S. tariff rate since 1943—are projected to:
– by 1.0–1.2%, costing households .
– by 0.6% in 2025 and shrink the economy by .
– Generate through 2035, though retaliatory tariffs from trading partners could slash gains by $300–360 billion .
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– Democratic lawmakers, like Rep. Kim Schrier (D-WA), decry the tariffs as harmful to allies, calling Canada’s 51st-state suggestion “ridiculous” .
– Behind closed doors, some Republicans reportedly express concerns, though publicly the party remains unified behind Trump .
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– Electronics, clothing, and motor vehicles face the steepest price hikes .
– The EU and China have retaliated with tariffs on $13.9B of U.S. exports, escalating trade tensions .
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Jennifer Sey’s sportswear brand, launched in March 2024, has quickly become a rallying point for critics of transgender inclusion in women’s sports:
– : Crossed within 10 months, leveraging niche messaging about “protecting female athletes” .
– : Signed high-profile opponents like Riley Gaines and launched NIL deals with collegiate athletes, though Sey admits no “top-tier” active athletes have publicly joined .
– : Viral ads like “Real Girls Rock” attack “woke capitalism” and frame backlash as bravery, airing on conservative podcasts (e.g., Megyn Kelly, Michele Tafoya) .
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– Argues brands like Nike avoid “controversial” stances to protect profits, claiming XX-XY fills a void for “truth-telling” consumers .
– Aims to normalize opposition to trans athletes, stating, “It should be normal to say, ‘I will fight for women’s sports’” .
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While tariffs strain global alliances and risk stagflation, XX-XY Athletics capitalizes on deepening cultural divides. Both issues reflect a broader Trump-era trend: paired with as electoral cornerstones. With China retaliating and Sey eyeing mainstream athletes, expect both battles to intensify ahead of 2026.
