Economic effects of tariffs, federal cuts, immigration policy and more

By KC Counts

Published April 21, 2025 at 1:18 PM MDT

Tariffs are likely to drive up the price of avocados. So, do restaurant owners raise menu prices now? And if so, will they ever come back down?

KC Counts talks with Dr. Chris Erickson and Dr. Kim Kerr about how the Trump administration's economic policy might affect New Mexico and the nation.

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KC Counts has been broadcasting to Southern New Mexico and West Texas audiences for over 30 years. She hosts "All Things Considered" weekday afternoons from 4-7 p.m., and you can watch KC on "Fronteras: A Changing America" on television from KRWG Public Media.

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