Up First from NPR Who's Been Paying Tariffs, DHS Surveillance Tools, Israel Holds Florida Teen
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Nov 8, 2025 
Juliana Kim, an NPR reporter specializing in economic impacts, discusses the partial burden of President Trump's tariffs on consumers and the potential for significant price increases. Jude Joffe-Block, a privacy expert, reveals DHS's expansion of surveillance tools, raising concerns about civil liberties. Lauren Frayer shares the harrowing story of Mohammed Ibrahim, a Florida teen detained in Israel facing serious charges under military law. Each guest sheds light on the intricate balance between policy, privacy, and personal stakes.
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Most Tariff Costs Haven't Hit Shoppers Yet
- Only about 20% of the tariff cost has so far been passed to retail prices, cushioning consumers initially.
- Analysts warn companies are starting to raise prices and households could pay much more if tariffs remain.
Tariffs Could Add Hundreds To Thousands Annually
- Estimates vary but continued tariffs could add hundreds to thousands of dollars to a household's annual costs next year.
- The Tax Foundation's $1,600 and Penn Wharton's ~1% spending estimates show significant potential impact.
Holiday Traditions Cut By Higher Prices
- Lauren Frayer shared a long-time holiday-gift tradition disrupted by higher costs: baked goods as gifts for 53 years.
- She says she will scale back and possibly give fewer homemade gifts this season.