Jennifer Hoff | 01-17-26

Steve Moore and Jennifer Hoff examine the economic landscape of the Texas border, specifically highlighting how trade uncertainty and regulatory shifts impact local commerce. Hoff reports that while Laredo remains a vital cargo port of entry, current tariff concerns and labor anxieties fueled by social media are creating volatility for businesses and workers alike. A central focus of their discussion is the potential danger of capping credit card delinquency fees, which they argue would inadvertently harm low-income families by causing banks to withdraw credit from high-risk borrowers.