New Tariffs on Imported Cabinets Expose Washington’s Shortsighted Trade Policies

On Tuesday, new tariffs on imported kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, and upholstered wooden furniture took effect, bringing fresh uncertainty to the already strained home improvement sector. While the White House claims these duties are designed to safeguard U.S. manufacturers and bolster domestic production, the reality paints a far less optimistic picture for hardworking Americans trying to renovate their homes.At face value, protecting American jobs is a worthy goal. But how effective can these tariffs be when so many cabinet makers rely on global supply chains for essential materials? Take Linq Kitchen in Los Angeles: even though their cabinets are crafted...