Checking in with a store owner who says Trump tariffs led her to close up shop

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Jennifer Bergman, who says she had to close her family's toy store business of 44 years in July 2025 due to President Trump's tariffs.

20 Feb, 16:45 — 20 Feb, 18:05

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Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 3 sources cover this story

The story explores the impact of Trump's tariffs, with outlets presenting significantly different angles. NPR focuses on the direct, negative impact on an individual store owner, while CNBC covers the retail industry's positive outlook on tariff reversal, and The New York Times examines the broader economic effectiveness of the tariffs. Coverage shows meaningful differences in scope and narrative focus.

What sources agree on

Former President Trump imposed tariffs.
These tariffs impacted various businesses and industries.

Where they diverge

The primary focus and narrative regarding tariff impact

NPR

The tariffs directly caused a specific family-owned toy store to close after 44 years.

cnbc

The retail industry views tariffs as a burden, with their reversal bringing positive predictability and flexibility.

NYT

The effectiveness of the tariffs is questioned in light of a record-high U.S. trade deficit in goods.

Notable gaps

The specific story of Jennifer Bergman and her family's toy store closing in July 2025 due to tariffs.

Covered by npr · Not in nytimes, cnbc

Discussion of the U.S. trade deficit in goods reaching a record high and the analysis by a chief economics correspondent.

Covered by nytimes · Not in cnbc, npr

Mention of clothing and footwear as vulnerable imports and the retail industry's view that tariff reversal brings predictability and flexibility for innovation.

Covered by cnbc · Not in nytimes, npr

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Coverage Timeline

NPR20 Feb, 16:45First to report