How Tariffs, Inflation, and the Government Shutdown Are Hurting Small Businesses
How Tariffs, Inflation, and the Government Shutdown Are Hurting Small Businesses  
Podcast: Main Street Matters
Published On: Fri Oct 31 2025
Description: In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and Tommy Aiello dive into the biggest economic challenges facing America’s small businesses. They break down how the government shutdown, rising healthcare costs, and new tariffs on medical products are impacting Main Street. The conversation also covers inflation, trade policy, and the Federal Reserve’s decisions—and what they mean for entrepreneurs and job creators. Parker and Aiello discuss solutions to strengthen small business growth, reduce healthcare burdens, and restore transparency in Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.