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Josh Gottheimer, a representative in the U.S. Congress from New Jersey’s 5th District, has been active on social media addressing issues that he believes affect American families adversely. Through a series of tweets posted on April 4 and 5, 2025, Gottheimer expressed concerns over tariffs and federal decisions impacting local families and broader financial stability.

On April 4, 2025, Gottheimer highlighted the financial burden imposed on Americans, noting the repercussions of tariffs. He stated: "From cheese, to coffee, clothes, and cars — Americans will be getting whacked with an extra $3,800 tax on top of the already high cost of goods. This trade war is only inflicting chaos on the pocketbooks of Jersey families".

Later that evening, on April 4, 2025, Gottheimer commented on the significance of the Head Start program. He tweeted: "For almost 60 years, Head Start has offered affordable childcare solutions for Jersey families. I will continue to support the critical work they do to help put countless kids on the path to success. By slashing federal funding, the Trump Administration has ripped vital...".

In a tweet on April 5, 2025, Gottheimer addressed the impact of market fluctuations on retirement savings, connecting the issue to the impact of tariffs. He explained: "In just the past 2 days, the stock market plummeted 10 percent, crushing Americans retirement savings. These new tariffs will be a $3,800 a year tax on families, on everything from clothing to coffee to cars. It’s pure chaos, not commonsense. This is unacceptable.".