Ruth Sherlock

Ruth Sherlock, an NPR reporter based in Rome, dives into the looming crisis surrounding Italian pasta in the U.S. due to possible tariffs. She unpacks how the Trump administration's policies could double prices or wipe pasta off shelves entirely. From the intriguing history of Italian pasta exports to the controversies of dumping allegations, Sherlock highlights the economic and political drama at play. With negotiations underway, the future remains uncertain for Italian producers and American pasta lovers alike.